What are the main features of ancient science and technology in China?

1. The contents of science and technology mainly focus on agronomy, astronomical calendar and medicine related to agriculture, which has strong application, but the exploration of the development law of things is not enough; The research methods are mainly the collation of traditional classics, such as experience summary and lack of experiments; Attach importance to summing up practical experience and despise theoretical generalization and abstraction.

2. The application of science and technology mainly serves the development of feudal agricultural economy and the needs of large-scale projects, lacking the motivation and consciousness to effectively transform science and technology into productive forces and further develop science and technology.

3, pay attention to the exploration of social and humanistic issues, pay attention to the unity of man and nature, respect nature, and pay attention to improving the relationship between man and nature.

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The background of the development of ancient science and technology in China;

In human history, the highest achievement of science and culture in feudal society was created by China. China is an ancient civilization with a cultural history of 5000 years. The discovery of the "keel" in Yin Ruins proves that there was Oracle Bone Inscriptions in China at the latest in 1600 BC. Bronzes were widely used, not only as sacrifices, but also as war and luxury goods, as metal parts of wheeled vehicles.

China is the first country in the world to develop from slavery to feudalism. At the turn of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, the improvement of production tools and the application of ironware promoted the development of agricultural production and the disintegration of slavery.

Baidu Encyclopedia-China Ancient Science and Technology