Science, Medicine, and Technology in Black Communities
Ryan Lee
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Study Guide Overview
This AP African American Studies study guide covers contributions of African Americans in STEM, focusing on key figures like Carver, Morgan, Latimer, and Boykin, as well as women in space programs such as Johnson, Jemison, Jackson, and Darden. It also examines community-based healthcare systems, medical pioneers like Williams and Drew, the impact of eugenics, and the significance of the ADA. The guide includes practice questions and exam tips.
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#1. Trailblazers in Science, Medicine, and Technology
#1.1. Scientific Contributions 🔬
- **** African Americans have revolutionized various fields, from agriculture to space exploration.
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** George Washington Carver: Transformed agriculture with methods to prevent soil depletion. He also served as an agricultural counselor to President Theodore Roosevelt. 💡
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** Garrett Morgan: Invented gas masks and traffic lights, improving safety and efficiency.🚦
- Lewis Latimer: Created longer-lasting light bulbs, contributing to widespread electrification.💡
- Otis Boykin: Developed resistors used in computers and pacemakers, advancing technology and healthcare.
#1.2. Women in Space Programs 👩🏾u200d🚀
- **** African American women played crucial roles in US space programs, breaking barriers and inspiring future generations.
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** Katherine Johnson: NASA mathematician whose calculations were essential for space travel, including the Apollo missions. 🚀
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** Mae Jemison: Physician, engineer, and first African American woman in space (1992). 👩🏾u200d🚀
- Mary Jackson: NASA's first Black female engineer, who made significant contributions to supersonic flight research.
- Christine Darden: NASA data analyst and aerospace engineer, specializing in sonic boom minimization.
Caption: Mary Jackson's work at NASA broke both racial and gender barriers, paving the way for future generations in STEM.
Caption: Mae Jemison's mission aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour was a milestone for African Americans and women in space exploration.
Practice Question
Multiple Choice Question:
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Which of the following inventions is NOT attributed to an African American inventor? (A) Gas Mask (B) Traffic Light (C) Long-lasting Light Bulb (D) The printing press
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Which African American woman's mathematical work was crucial to the success of early NASA space mis...
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