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Sumerian Innovations in Timekeeping by Mary Papey is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document summarizes key developments of science and technology in ancient Sumerian civilization between 4100-2900 BCE and 2900-1750 BCE. During this period, the Sumerians laid the foundations for later Mesopotamian advances by developing practices like the scientific hypothesis, technological innovation, writing, mathematics, astronomy, astrology, and the concept of time. Notable Sumerian contributions included the wheel, sail, writing system, true arch, irrigation, farming tools, cities, maps, and time
- Author
- Mary Papey
- Language
- EN