四大发明英文版.ppt

In a word, China ancient four inventions, has left behind a magnificent chapter in the history of human science and culture. These great inventions once influenced and benefited the whole world, had promoted the advancing of human history. China Ancient Four Inventions 中国四大发明 Compass Magnetic Its Through the ages, China is considered to be the first country that invented and used magnetic compass.Nearly two thousand years have passed since our ancestors invented compass. Its Magnetic compass is a device used to determine geographic direction,usually consisting of a magnetic needle or needles horizontally mounted and free to pivot until aligned with the magnetic field of Earth. Importance From simply using it to find direction and judge fengshui to magnetic compass being used in world navigation, till today, various newly-invented magnetic compasses are applied broadly. You can say that, the reason why seafaring can develop rapidly in modern times is because it benefits from the invention and application of magnetic compass. Consequences Especially during the Ming Dynasty, Zheng He made expeditions to South- east Asia for seven times with more than 27000 people and dozens of big ships each time, which contributes to the extension and development of seafaring and foreign trade in the world Consequences Good science It has a big influence on military, economy, seafaring; it pushes forward the great discoveries of geography. Without magnetic compass, Columbus couldnt arrived new continent; China is still adopting a policy of seclusion and comes to a standstill. Good science Chinas ancient science and technology was once brilliant, which bring us great honor. The spread and application of magnetic compass in western countries urge us to have further understanding of the significance and influence of magnetic compass in the world. PAPERMAKING The oldest paper Fang matan Paper Hi