Questions Flashcards
5 steps of scientific method?
- formulate a theory
- experiment to test the theory
- collect information
- revise the theory
- experiment to test revised theory
Differences between Heliocentric (Copernician) and the geocentric models of the solar system?
In the geocentric, the earth is in the center. In the copernician, the sun is in the center.
What did Herschel use to make his telescope more powerful?
mirrors instead of lenses
Who was Herschel’s assistant, and what did they do that was important?
His sister, caroline. she was the first women to be paid as an astronomer.
What problem did Earth’s atmosphere cause for telescopes? What was the solution to the problem?
The air around the planet scatters light. The solution was to put a telescope in space.
Describe the Hubble Telescope:
1st telescope in space
describe the James webb telescope:
It was a telescope with infrared cameras. large mirrors, gold coating.
Why did God create the heavens? See Psalm 19:1 and Genesis 1:14
He created the heavens on the forth day to show his glory
What command did God give humans in Genesis 1:28? How did these scientists of the scientific revolution obey this command?
to have dominion and to rule over the earth. The scientist worked hard to figure out how the world works, and they were contributors.
How is the Scientific Revolution sometimes described – with an analogy?
Europeans casting off shackles of religion and tradition instead of embracing science.
Do you agree or disagree with this analogy? How would you argue against analogy?
No, it goes against religion.
How did europeans view reason after the scientific revolution?
as an authority. They would reject and accept certain parts they liked and didn’t like and didn’t seem reasonable.
