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What did Vesalius challenge with his work?

  • The teachings of Hippocrates

  • The work of Aristotle

  • Galen's anatomical concepts

  • The laws of physics

Answer

Galen's anatomical concepts, which had dominated medical thinking for over a millennium, were challenged by Andreas Vesalius's groundbreaking work. Through meticulous dissections and observations, Vesalius revealed numerous errors and misconceptions in Galen's writings. His detailed illustrations and accurate descriptions revolutionized the study of human anatomy, laying the foundation for modern medical science.
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