What is the significance of the discovery of bronze to ancient China?

The science and technology of the Bronze Period made great progress on the basis of primitive society and occupied an important position in the history of world civilization. Bronzes are the most representative symbols of this period. The scientific and technological progress of Xia, Shang and Western Zhou promoted the formation and development of the early Chinese state, accomplished the splendor of bronze culture, and opened the way for the development of science and technology thereafter.