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The Scientific Revolution

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Geocentric Theory
Aristotle's earth-centered theory of the universe
Scientific Revolution
A new way of thinking about the natural world based on careful observation and a willingness to question accepted beliefs
Heliocentric Theory
Copernicus's sun-centered theory of the universe
Galileo Galilei
Italian scientist whose findings in the feel of astronomy supported Copernicus's theory
Scientific Method
A logical procedure for gathering and testing scientific ideas
Isaac Newton
English scientist who explained the law of gravity
What are two factors that contributed to the rise of a Scientific Revolution in Europe in the mid-1500's?
Exploration and the Printing Press
List three scientific instruments that were invented as a result of the Scientific Revolution.
Compass, barometer, telescope
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