scientific revolution/enlightment Flashcards

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Geocentric Theory

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earth-centered view of the universe

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Heliocentric Theory

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Sun is the center of the universe

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Copernicus

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He believed that the Sun is at the center of the Universe, and all the planets revolve around the Sun in a circular pattern.

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Galileo

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This scientist proved Copernicus’ theory that the sun was the center of the solar system with proof and evidence

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Bacon

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developed the scientific method

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Newton

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Defined the laws of motion and gravity.

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Brahe

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Danish astronomer who collected data (math) to prove that Copernicus was correct

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Kepler

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German astronomer who first stated laws of planetary motion (the planets revolve in a oval pattern)

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Inquisition

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Catholic church organization for investigating and prosecuting charges of heresy

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Heresy

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the crime of holding a belief that goes against established doctrine

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scientifc method

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scientific procedures used to solve problems and answer questions.

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Natural Philosophy

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An early modern term for the study of the nature of the universe, we call it “science” today.

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Scientific Revolution

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Time period where we began to use science and evidence to understand our world rather than faith and belief

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Aristotle

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Greek philosopher who supported geocentric theory

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Enlightenment

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A movement in the 18th century that advocated the use of reason and logic. Changed our views on society and government

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Absolutism

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A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)

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Monarchy

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A government ruled by a king or queen

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Thomas Hobbes

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believed that people are born selfish and need a strong central authority

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John Locke

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English philosopher who argued that people have natural rights

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Natural Rights

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the idea that all humans are born with rights, which include the right to life, liberty, and property

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Social Contract

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A voluntary agreement among individuals to secure their rights and welfare by creating a government and abiding by its rules.

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Divine right.

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Belief that a rulers authority comes directly from god

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Philosophe

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French philosopher who critiqued society

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Voltaire
French philosopher. He believed freedom of speech and freedom of religion were key rights
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Montesquieu
French political philosopher who advocated the separation powers (3 branches...executive and legislative and judicial powers)
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freedom of speech
the right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint.
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Adam Smith
Economist who wrote the Wealth of Nations a precursor to modern Capitalism.