Q: Why do we need to learn about past scientists?
A: So we can learn how science has progressed and learn important discoveries in the past that may not matter as much now but are very useful to know.
Step-by-step explanation:
There have been many historical events scientific events like the first moon landing and vaccines being created. These are very important so you can learn how things used to work, see how they work now, and learn what changed them to make them so much better. Past scientists were also very smart of their time and some have made great discoveries that changed our whole future, so it is useful to know why and how it happened and be thankful for the great changes that helped us get to where we are today.
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