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what was the scientific revolution
the series of events that led to the birth of modern science
who invented the telescope
Galileo Galilei
What invention was made to transport?
clue: it has 2 wheels
the bicylce
What is an telescope?
A device used to observe the sky, specifically the space.
Which roots of science developed the most during the scientific revolution? Mention 3.
Chemistry, Physics, astronomy, math, etc...
when did the scientific revolution took place
about 1540 and 1700´s
who proposed the laws of gravity
Isaac newton
What is the scientific method?
A step-by-step process for performing experiments and other scientific research.
What is a barometer?
A device used to measure the air pressure.
What was the reaction of the catholic leaders during the scientific revolution?
They tried to force scientists to reject any findings that contradicted the church.
where did the scientific revolution took place
europe
who proposed the geocentric theory
catholic church
In which Greek philosophersn did most thinkers inspire on?
What is a thermometer?
A device used to measure temperature.
Henry the Navigator.
Who was kepler?
An astronomer that discovered that the planets did not move in circular orbits.
what is the geocentric theory
the geocentric theory proposed that the earth is the center of the earth
What is a microscope?
A tool used to observe tiny plants and animals or .other small objects?
What are the laws of motion?
Laws that described how objects moved in space.
Who was the first circumnavigator?
Ferdinand Magellan.
what is the heliocentric theory?
the heliocentric theory proposed that the sun was the center of the universe
who proposed the heliocentric theory
Nicolaus Copernicus
What does secular mean in this statement:
The scientific revolution was mostly a secular movement.
Non-religious.
What are theories?
The explanations scientists develop to explain observed facts.
What was the consecuence of the creaton of new maps?
Explorers saw potential for great wealth and began to establish colonies.