The Scientific Revolution PArt I

Ptolemaic Geocentric Model

An earth-centered cosmos proposed by Ptolemy in the 2nd century CE.

Aristotelian Physics

Dominant natural philosophy in medieval Europe based on the works of Aristotle.

Islamic Golden Age

Period (7th-13th Century CE) marked by significant advancements in science, mathematics, and translation of knowledge.

Tychonic System

Astronomical model proposed by Tycho Brahe, combining geocentrism and heliocentrism.

Supernova

A massive stellar explosion, observed by Tycho Brahe in 1572, proving the heavens could change.

Kepler's First Law

The law stating that planets move in elliptical orbits with the sun at one focus.

Kepler's Second Law

The law of equal areas, which indicates that a planet moves faster when it is closer to the sun.

Kepler's Third Law

The law relating a planet's orbital period to its distance from the sun, stating T² ∝ a³.

Eccentricity

A measure of how much an ellipse deviates from being circular.

Hesitant Revolutionary

Refers to Copernicus, who was cautious in presenting his heliocentric model, fearing backlash from established doctrines.