Chapter 1, Problem 2E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The single element that composes the earth, air and space, according to the Greek philosopher Thales in $600\text{B}\text{.C}\text{.}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The ancient concept of science began with the ancient Chinese, Greek and Egyptian civilizations. Thales was the founder of Greek science, mathematics and philosophy. He believed that earth was dense and flat.