British History · Question 279

Question 247 of 1020British History

Which scientific society was founded in 1660 and counted Isaac Newton among its members?

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Correct answer to question 279: The Royal Society

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The Royal Society, founded in 1660, encouraged scientific experiment and discovery.

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