The Scientific Revolution Overview

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What does the universal law of gravitation primarily explain?

  • The distance between stars in the universe.
  • The creation of planetary bodies.
  • The elliptical orbits of planetary bodies around the sun. (correct)
  • The temperature variations on different planets.

Which concept provided new insights into the laws of the universe after Newton's ideas?

  • Relativity. (correct)
  • Unified field theory.
  • Quantum mechanics.
  • String theory.

What was a significant barrier faced by women in the field of science during the period discussed?

  • Availability of scientific literature.
  • Support from male colleagues.
  • Access to laboratory space.
  • Formal education in prestigious universities. (correct)

How did Maria Winkelmann's education influence her career as an astronomer?

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What was one of Maria Winkelmann's significant contributions to astronomy?

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How did Margaret Cavendish's background influence her contributions to science?

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What was a major theme in Margaret Cavendish's work 'Observations Upon Experimental Philosophy'?

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What was the primary reason for Maria Winkelmann's denial of the assistant astronomer position at the Berlin Academy?

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Which statement best describes the role of women in astronomy during the time period mentioned?

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What aspect of human anatomy did Galen get wrong due to reliance on animal dissections?

<p>The circulatory system (A), The structure of the heart (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist is primarily known for proving that the heart is the starting point for blood circulation?

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Who is considered the founder of microbiology for his studies involving microorganisms?

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Which principle did Blaise Pascal contribute to the study of physics?

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What did Francis Bacon advocate as crucial to the scientific process, opposing reliance on ancient authorities?

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What philosophical principle is René Descartes best known for, which differentiates the mind from the body?

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In what century did the significant revolution in medicine take place, marking the shift from Galen's ideas?

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Which advance in technology significantly aided the study of cells and living matter?

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What aspect of natural science did Bacon’s scientific method aim to improve?

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Which chemical contribution is Antoine Lavoisier best known for establishing?

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What was a key element of René Descartes's philosophy that influenced scientific thought?

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How did Andreas Vesalius contribute to the understanding of human anatomy?

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What scientific principle did Robert Boyle establish regarding gases?

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Which of the following was a focus of Maria Sibylla Merian in her studies?

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What aspect of scientific inquiry did Francis Bacon emphasize as essential?

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Which contribution by Carolus Linnaeus had a lasting impact on biological sciences?

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What was one of the key outcomes of the Scientific Revolution concerning methodologies?

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What was the primary deficiency in Galen's theories that later scientists, like Vesalius, aimed to correct?

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Which statement best describes the role of empirical observation in Bacon's scientific approach?

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What was the primary view of the universe as shaped by Newton's ideas?

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How did many women astronomers in Germany gain their training?

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What was a significant contribution made by Maria Winkelmann and her husband?

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What perspective did Margaret Cavendish challenge in her writings?

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Why was Maria Winkelmann considered highly qualified for the Berlin Academy position?

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What barrier did women face that limited their contributions to science during the discussed period?

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In which area other than astronomy did women contribute to scientific advancements?

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What characterized the perception of the universe after Newton's law of gravitation?

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What was the attitude of the Berlin Academy towards hiring women like Winkelmann?

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Which work is most associated with Margaret Cavendish's critique of human dominion over nature?

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What was the predominant view of the universe established by Newton's ideas?

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What was a key aspect of women's contributions to science in Germany between 1650 and 1710?

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Which barrier prevented Maria Winkelmann from securing the assistant position at the Berlin Academy?

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What critical stance did Margaret Cavendish take regarding scientific advancements?

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What unique scientific training path did women, like Maria Winkelmann, often have to take?

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Which notable contribution did Maria Winkelmann make in the field of astronomy?

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How did women generally create opportunities for scientific training during the time period discussed?

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What was the societal perspective on education and scientific work for women during this period?

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What aspect of the universe did Newton's universal law of gravitation fundamentally explain?

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What did Andreas Vesalius do that significantly advanced the understanding of human anatomy?

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How did the scientific community view women like Maria Winkelmann during this period?

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Which scientific principle did Robert Boyle establish that relates to the properties of gases?

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What significant role did Francis Bacon play in the development of the scientific method?

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What is a key aspect of Descartes’s philosophy that influenced the separation of mind and matter?

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Which scientist is credited with the discovery of cells through the use of a microscope?

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What medical error did Galen make due to his reliance on animal dissections?

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What did Carolus Linnaeus contribute to the field of biological sciences?

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Which principle is known as Pascal’s Law, related to fluid mechanics?

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What did Bacon mean by the phrase 'conquer nature by action'?

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Which of the following advancements significantly transformed biology during the Scientific Revolution?

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What significant advance did Robert Hooke achieve using the microscope?

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What was the primary focus of Carolus Linnaeus's work in the 1700s?

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Which philosopher's method emphasized doubt and reason as a source of knowledge?

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What aspect of scientific inquiry did Francis Bacon primarily advocate for?

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What was a major limitation of Galen's anatomical theories?

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Which principle formulated by Robert Boyle relates to the properties of gases?

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What did William Harvey conclusively demonstrate in his studies of the circulatory system?

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Which method did Francis Bacon advocate for scientists to achieve knowledge?

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What did Antonie van Leeuwenhoek contribute to the field of biology?

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What did Descartes's principle of separating mind and matter allow scientists to do?

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What primary perception of the universe emerged following Newton's formulation of the law of gravitation?

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Which of the following statements best reflects Margaret Cavendish's perspective on the relationship between humans and nature?

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What was the primary reason women like Maria Winkelmann sought scientific training through family observatories?

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What was the societal attitude that impeded Maria Winkelmann's appointment at the Berlin Academy?

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Which statement best characterizes the contributions of women astronomers in Germany from 1650 to 1710?

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What significant contribution did Maria Winkelmann and her husband make to the field of astronomy?

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What was the educational background of Margaret Cavendish that shaped her scientific writings?

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What role did women play in scientific advancement during the discussed period, particularly in astronomy?

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What notable aspect of the scientific community's view of women like Maria Winkelmann was reflective of the era?

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What fundamental change did Newton's universal law of gravitation introduce regarding celestial bodies?

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Flashcards

Universal Law of Gravitation

A law stating every object in the universe is attracted to every other object by gravity.

Planetary Orbits

The elliptical paths of planets around the sun, explained by the law of gravitation.

Maria Winkelmann

A famous German astronomer who made contributions to astronomy, despite lacking formal university education.

Women in Science (1650-1710)

Women achieved notable scientific discoveries in Germany, especially astronomy, despite limitations on education.

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Scientific Advancement Limitations for Women

Social barriers—lack of university access and degrees—hindered women's advancement during that period.

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Margaret Cavendish

An English aristocrat who contributed to scientific philosophy, despite not having formal scientific training.

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Scientific Revolution

A period of significant advancements in science, involving new theories and methods.

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Newton's ideas

Ideas that changed the modern worldview by suggesting a unified machine-like universe governed by natural laws.

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Family Observatories

Training grounds for future astronomers, often run by family members, particularly in Germany and other parts of the world.

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Contribution to Philosophy

Margaret Cavendish's contributions, a key concept in the advancement of the field.

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Galen's anatomy errors

Galen's anatomical descriptions were based on animal dissections, leading to many inaccuracies when applied to humans.

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Vesalius's contribution

Vesalius, through human dissections at the University of Padua, accurately described human organs and structure, correcting many of Galen's errors.

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Harvey's heart discovery

William Harvey proved the heart, not the liver, was the center of blood circulation, and that blood flows through veins and arteries in a complete circuit.

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Importance of the microscope

Microscopes allowed scientists to study living matter at a cellular level and discover microorganisms.

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Hooke's cell discovery

English scientist Robert Hooke used the microscope to discover cells, furthering the understanding of living organisms' structure.

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Descartes' Rationalism

A philosophy emphasizing reason as the primary source of knowledge, contrasting with reliance on tradition or observation.

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Bacon's Scientific Method

A systematic approach to acquiring knowledge about the natural world through observation, experimentation, and inductive reasoning.

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Inductive Reasoning

Reasoning that moves from specific observations to broad generalizations.

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Boyle's Law

The principle describing the inverse relationship between the pressure and volume of a gas, at a constant temperature.

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Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation

Every object in the universe attracts every other object with a force called gravity. This force depends on the objects' masses and the distance between them.

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Newton's Worldview

Newton's ideas presented a universe as a giant, orderly machine operating according to predictable natural laws. It influenced the modern worldview.

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What did Newton's ideas change?

Newton's concepts shifted the understanding of the universe from a chaotic, unpredictable place to a regulated, orderly system.

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Women in German Astronomy

Many women became astronomers in Germany during the 17th century, but faced limitations due to their lack of formal university education.

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Who was Maria Winkelmann?

A prominent German astronomer who discovered a comet and made other contributions to astronomy. Despite her qualifications, she was denied a position at the Berlin Academy.

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Margaret Cavendish's Contribution

An English aristocrat who wrote on science, challenging the idea that humans controlled nature through science.

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Cavendish's View on Human Control

She argued that humans don't have power over natural causes and effects.

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Challenges to Women in Science

Women lacked access to formal education, particularly university degrees, during a period of scientific advancement.

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Family Observatories' Role

These observatories provided a space for women to receive informal astronomical training, as they were excluded from formal university education.

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Why Were Women Denied Positions?

Women were denied positions in academies and universities due to societal prejudices against women in science.

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Microscope and Biology

The invention of the microscope dramatically advanced the study of biology. Robert Hooke used it to observe living matter, leading to the discovery of cells.

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Leeuwenhoek: Founder of Microbiology

Anton van Leeuwenhoek used microscopes of his own design to study cells and discover microorganisms like bacteria. His work established him as the founder of microbiology.

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Linnaeus's Classification System

Carolus Linnaeus, a Swedish naturalist, developed a system for classifying living things. This system, still used today, helps organize the vast diversity of life on Earth.

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Pascal's Law

Blaise Pascal, a French scientist, studied liquids under pressure, discovering the principle known as Pascal's Law. This principle explains how hydraulic systems work.

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Lavoisier: Founder of Modern Chemistry

Antoine Lavoisier is considered the founder of modern chemistry. He invented a system for naming chemical elements that is still used today.

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Descartes's Doubt

René Descartes, a 17th-century philosopher, started his philosophical journey by doubting everything. He believed that reason, not tradition, should be the foundation of knowledge.

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Women in German Astronomy (1650-1710)

Many women in Germany during the 17th century became astronomers, despite facing limitations due to their lack of formal university education.

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Obstacles for Women in Science

Women lacked access to formal education, particularly university degrees, during a period of scientific advancement.

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'Observations Upon Experimental Philosophy'

A book written by Margaret Cavendish, where she critically examined the idea that humans, through science, were the masters of nature.

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Revolution in Medicine (16th Century)

The 16th century saw a significant shift in medical understanding, primarily due to the work of Andreas Vesalius and William Harvey.

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Microscope's Impact on Biology

The invention of the microscope allowed scientists to study living matter at a cellular level, leading to groundbreaking discoveries about organisms' structure.

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Newton's Universal Law of Gravitation

Every object in the universe attracts every other object with a force called gravity. This force depends on the objects' masses and the distance between them.

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New Worldview: Newton's Universe

Newton's theories presented a picture of the universe as a giant, orderly machine governed by predictable laws. It influenced the modern worldview.

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Women in Astronomy: 17th Century Germany

Many women in Germany became astronomers during the 17th century, despite facing limitations due to their lack of formal university education.

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Maria Winkelmann: A Pioneering Astronomer

A prominent German astronomer who discovered a comet and made other contributions to astronomy. Despite being highly qualified, she was denied a position at the Berlin Academy.

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Margaret Cavendish: Challenger of Scientific Power

An English aristocrat who wrote on science, critically examining the idea that humans controlled nature through science.

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Scientific Revolution: Women's Limitations

Women lacked access to formal education, particularly university degrees, during a period of scientific advancement.

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Family Observatories: Training Grounds for Women

These observatories provided a space for women to receive informal astronomical training, as they were excluded from formal university education.

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Why Were Women Denied Positions in Science?

Women were denied positions in academies and universities due to societal prejudices against women in science.

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The Impact of the Microscope

The invention of the microscope allowed scientists to study living matter at a cellular level, leading to groundbreaking discoveries about organisms' structure.

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Cavendish's 'Observations': A Critique of Scientific Power

This book, written by Margaret Cavendish, critically examined the idea that humans, through science, were the masters of nature.

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Galen's Anatomy

Galen, a Greek physician, relied on animal dissections to understand human anatomy, leading to many inaccuracies.

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The Microscope's Impact

Microscopes opened up the ability to study living matter at a cellular level, leading to the discovery of cells.

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Study Notes

The Scientific Revolution

  • Universal Law of Gravitation: Explains elliptical planetary orbits; states every object attracts every other object through gravity. Mathematically proved, explaining all universal motion.
  • Newton's Impact: Created a universe view as a regulated, uniform machine governed by natural laws. This view dominated until Einstein's relativity.
  • Women in Science (1650-1710): German women comprised 14% of astronomers. Trained in family observatories, often by fathers or husbands.
  • Maria Winkelmann: Famous German astronomer; trained by father and uncle, practiced with a local astronomer; became assistant to Gottfried Kirch, Prussia's leading astronomer; discovered a comet; applied for a position at the Berlin Academy but was denied due to gender.
  • Margaret Cavendish: English aristocrat; educated in subjects deemed suitable for upper-class women; wrote scientific works, especially Observations Upon Experimental Philosophy, criticizing the notion that humans can control nature.
  • Galen's Legacy: Greek physician who dominated medieval medicine; his anatomy ideas, based on animal dissection, were inaccurate.
  • Revolution in Medicine: 16th century; Vesalius dissected humans at Padua, describing human anatomy and organs; Harvey proved the heart, not the liver, circulated blood, and that blood flowed through veins and arteries.
  • Microscopes and Biology: Hooke studied living matter and discovered cells; Leeuwenhoek invented microscopes for microorganisms (bacteria).
  • Taxonomy: Linnaeus (1700s) created a classification system for living organisms.
  • Physics: Pascal experimented with liquids under pressure, leading to Pascal's Law; Boyle's work on gas properties resulted in Boyle's Law.
  • Chemistry: Lavoisier established a system for naming chemical elements.
  • Maria Sibylla Merian: Naturalist who studied South American plants and insects; published illustrations and descriptions of metamorphosis.
  • Descartes and Rationalism: French philosopher; emphasized doubt as a starting point; famous for "I think, therefore I am"; separated mind and matter, allowing for independent study of matter.

The Scientific Method

  • Emergence: Increased concern about understanding the physical world led to the development of the scientific method.
  • Francis Bacon: English philosopher, not a scientist; developed the scientific method. Advocated inductive reasoning (specific to general observations), empiricism (knowledge through observation), and experimentation.
  • Process of Scientific Inquiry: Begin by freeing the mind of biases; Observe events carefully; propose hypotheses; test hypotheses through systematic observation and experiments; reach conclusions about general principles.
  • Bacon's Goal: Apply scientific discovery to improve daily life (industry, agriculture, trade) and to control nature through action.

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