Matteo Ricci's Scientific Expertise Contributed to

question 37

Multiple Choice

Matteo Ricci's scientific expertise contributed to

• A) the opening of Chinese society to new ideas.
• B) the acceptance of Western ideals in China.
• C) the growing appeal of Christianity in China that lasted for centuries.
• D) the establishment of a core group of Christians among China's intellectual community.
• E) All of the options are correct.

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Definitions:

Catabolic

Metabolic pathways that break down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy.

Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction in which water breaks bonds between molecules, often leading to the decomposition of complex molecules.

Anion

A negatively charged ion, which moves toward the anode (positive electrode) during electrolysis.

Cation

A positively charged ion that is attracted to the cathode in electrolysis, often found in various biological and environmental systems.