Movable metal type allowed more effective exchanges of information among scientists and other scholars.

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Movable metal type, introduced by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century, significantly improved the efficiency of printing, making books more accessible and affordable. This facilitated the spread of knowledge, including scientific ideas, among scholars and contributed to the rapid exchange of information.

Movable Metal Type Allowed More Effective Exchanges of Information Among