Lesson 14 of 84 · Enlightenment
⭐ 30 XPenlightenment: Lesson 14
Lesson 14 delves into the relationship between the Enlightenment and the scientific revolution.
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Lesson 14 delves into the relationship between the Enlightenment and the scientific revolution. The Enlightenment was heavily influenced by advancements in science and the scientific method, which emphasized observation and experimentation. Thinkers like Isaac Newton and Galileo Galilei challenged traditional beliefs through their discoveries in physics and astronomy, leading to a new understanding of the natural world. This collaboration between Enlightenment philosophy and scientific inquiry fostered a spirit of skepticism towards established knowledge and authority.
Key Facts
Isaac Newton's laws of motion revolutionized physics.
Galileo's use of the telescope transformed astronomy.
The scientific method became a cornerstone of Enlightenment thinking.
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