Chinese Discoveries and Inventions

By sophia.radico
  • Tea
    2600 BCE

    Tea

    Tea was mainly drank for medicine. Later, it became popular as an everyday beverage through China. -INDUSTRY
  • Period: 300 BCE to Dec 31, 1400

    3000 BCE - 1400 CE

  • Compass
    200 BCE

    Compass

    Compasses made long sea voyages possible because sailors could figure out directions even without a point in the sky to steer by.
    EXPLORATION/TRAVEL
  • Porcelain
    50

    Porcelain

    Porcelain making became a major industry in China and hundreds of thousands of people starting mass- produce porcelain products. INDUSTRY
  • Paper
    150

    Paper

    The Chinese invented paper around the second century C.E. Paper used to be made of hemp and then the bark of a mulberry tree. Then, they started to use rags. -INDUSTRY
  • Improved Boat Construction
    150

    Improved Boat Construction

    The Chinese started making boats with separate, water-tight compartments. They also had better sealing. EXPLORATION/TRAVEL
  • Segmental Arch Bridge
    Dec 31, 618

    Segmental Arch Bridge

    These bridges used less material and were stronger. It is one of China's most prized achievements.
    EXPLORATION/TRAVEL
  • Mechanial Clock
    Dec 31, 750

    Mechanial Clock

    This new clock was more accurate than past time keeping devices. It was a big improvement. EVERYDAY OBJECTS
  • Paper Money
    Dec 31, 800

    Paper Money

    Before paper money, coins were the only form of currency. The bills would appear in many colors. EVERYDAY OBJECTS
  • Game Cards
    Dec 31, 850

    Game Cards

    Printers used woodblock printing to make the cards from thick paper. Artist drew designs that appeared on the cards.
    EVERYDAY OBJECTS