In the 17th and 18th centuries, women in science emerged who considered themselves correct in doing so. Furthermore, there were those who announced to the world their opinion that women should not practice science and some who believed that women could and should practice science. Many female scientists supported and defended their position as educated and scientific individuals. Marie Meurdrac, a French scientist, clearly stated in the preface to a publication that the minds of women and men, if thought in the same way, would have no difference. (Doc 2) Likewise, Dorothea Erxleben understood and explained why men and women look down on each other. on her for studying science because they think it's an insult. (Doc 9). Her experiences as a scientist have led her to truly understand why her persecutors acted the way they did towards her, although this document shows no signs that she feels the same way. Maria Sibylla Merian, a German entomologist, discussed some of her scientific practices that encompass her dedication and fascination for science. (Doc 5) Another example of this sincere dedication comes from the Marquis...