What field did Pliny the Elder contribute to as a natural philosopher?
Natural and geographic phenomena
Mathematics
Astronomy
Medicine
Answer
Natural and geographic phenomena were the focus of Pliny the Elder's contributions as a natural philosopher. He compiled a vast encyclopedia, "Natural History," which covered a wide range of topics, including astronomy, meteorology, geology, zoology, and botany. Pliny's work was a valuable source of information for centuries and helped to shape the understanding of the natural world during the Roman Empire.
Decoding Pliny the Elder: A Journey Through Ancient Rome's Intellectual Legacy
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