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What is the main difference between operation or experimental science and origins (historical) science?
What is the main difference between operation or experimental science and origins (historical) science?
- One uses scientific theory while the other uses scientific investigation.
- One relies on testing hypothesis predictions while the other relies on eyewitness testimony and observable evidence. (correct)
- One focuses on unobservable events while the other focuses on observable phenomena.
- One is concerned with predicting outcomes while the other is concerned with historical events.
What was the main influence for determining truth before 1500?
What was the main influence for determining truth before 1500?
- Church decrees
- Careful observation of nature
- Ancient Greek and Roman authors (correct)
- Medieval scholars' own experiments
Who proposed the heliocentric theory in the 16th century, challenging the geocentric theory?
Who proposed the heliocentric theory in the 16th century, challenging the geocentric theory?
- Ptolemy
- Nicolaus Copernicus (correct)
- Galileo Galilei
- Aristotle
What marked the beginning of the Scientific Revolution in European thought?
What marked the beginning of the Scientific Revolution in European thought?
What was the earth-centered view of the universe known as during the Middle Ages?
What was the earth-centered view of the universe known as during the Middle Ages?
How did the Reformation movement contribute to intellectual change in Europe?
How did the Reformation movement contribute to intellectual change in Europe?
How do assumptions impact scientific investigation according to the text?
How do assumptions impact scientific investigation according to the text?
What was a significant consequence of the Renaissance period in Europe?
What was a significant consequence of the Renaissance period in Europe?
What is the lasting impact of the intellectual revolution mentioned in the text?
What is the lasting impact of the intellectual revolution mentioned in the text?
What was one of the main challenges faced by Copernicus's heliocentric theory?
What was one of the main challenges faced by Copernicus's heliocentric theory?
