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Scientific Method
A formal series of steps to form a hypothesis, test it, and develop a conclusion based on that test.
Inductive Reasoning
A type of reasoning where limited evidence is used to generalize conclusions based on observations.
Deductive Reasoning
A reasoning method where information is collected, patterns are recognized, and conclusions are drawn.
Empirical Theory
The theory that all knowledge is derived from observation and sense-based information.
William Harvey
The scientist who discovered blood circulation and challenged the humoral theory of disease.
Humoral Theory
The historically accepted belief that four bodily fluids must be in balance for health.
Heliocentric Theory
The theory proposed by Copernicus that places the sun at the center of the solar system.
Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion
Formulated by Johannes Kepler, these laws accurately describe the motion of planets around the sun.
Galileo's Telescope
An invention by Galileo Galilei that led to significant discoveries regarding celestial bodies.
Microorganisms
Small organisms such as bacteria and viruses that were discovered through the use of the microscope.
Isaac Newton's Three Laws of Motion
Laws that describe the motion of objects and prove that Earth revolves around the sun.
Inquisition
The institution that silenced Galileo and enforced adherence to traditional Church doctrines.
