1. fiogf49gjkf0d fiogf49gjkf0d The scientific revolution marked a shift toward new forms
of explanation in descriptions of the natural world. What
made the work of scientists during this period different from
earlier forms of knowledge or research? |
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2. fiogf49gjkf0d fiogf49gjkf0d The scientific revolution nevertheless depended on
earlier traditions of philosophical thought. What earlier
traditions proved important in fostering a spirit of scientific
investigation? |
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3. fiogf49gjkf0d fiogf49gjkf0d Astronomical observations played a central role in the
scientific revolution. What technological innovations made
new astronomical work possible and what conclusions did
astronomers reach using these new technologies? |
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4. fiogf49gjkf0d fiogf49gjkf0d Central to the scientific revolution was the rejection of the
Ptolemaic view of the universe and its replacement by the
Copernican model. What was this controversy about? |
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5. fiogf49gjkf0d fiogf49gjkf0d Francis Bacon and René Descartes had contrasting ideas
about scientific method. What approach to science did each
of these natural philosophers defend? |
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