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The Scientific Revolution (1550-1700)

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General Summary

Important Terms, People, and Events

Summary and Analysis

Revival of the Study of Nature (16th Century)

The New Astronomy (1510-1600)

The Philosophy of the Scientific Revolution: Descartes and Bacon

Advancements in Mathematics (1591-1655)

Physics (1590-1666)

Biology (1600-1680)

The Re-Formation of the Heavens

Newton and Comprehensive Understanding (1687)

Cooperation in Science: The Role of the Royal Society (1662-1700)

Prevailing Superstition (1550-1700)

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