On the Rise of Natural History in the Wei and Jin Dynasties and Its Promotion of the Development of Natural Science in China
During the Wei and Jin dynasties,natural history with the attribute of extensive knowledge and encyclopedia emerged.It is a product of the e-mergence of the metaphysical concept of the natural way of heaven,and is also influenced by factors such as the development of new regions,and the bankruptcy of the concept of the interaction between heaven and man.The natural history of the Wei and Jin dynasties produced extensive knowledge of naming and identifying objects.Its characteristics include valuing practice,emphasizing empirical evidence,highlighting the practicality of"things"for"people",and establishing a connection between science and philosophy.Its positive role in the development of ancient Chinese science is to contribute a large amount of geographical research materials,promote the emergence of new astronomical theories,promote biological progress,expand agricultural knowledge,and enrich medical knowledge reserves.
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