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∙ 9y agoBenjamin Franklin is the American leader recognized for his scientific discoveries and inventions during the Enlightenment period.
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The Scientific Revolution in Europe began toward the end of the Renaissance period and continued through the late 18th century, influencing and becoming part of the Enlightenment era.
1730-1790
The Norwegian science is an instance of the intellectual strain during the scientific enlightenment period during the 17th and 18th century in Europe.
Galileo's telescope contributed to the discoveries and observation of the Enlightenment.
Inventions
Scientific method, telescope and thermometer
they are called 'inventions' and the verb used is 'invent'
telescope microscope and a system to name and classify living things.
Connections to Scientific Revolution: The Enlightenment was a program to reform political, economic, and social aspects of European life by using the Scientific method established during the Scientific Revolution. The movement was based on the discoveries and knowledge of the Scientific Revolution.
less central to mans existence
Yes, new scientific discoveries made between the 15th and 18th centuries, such as those made by Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton, significantly contributed to the Enlightenment. These discoveries challenged traditional beliefs and sparked a renewed interest in reason, empirical evidence, and questioning authority, all of which were key elements of Enlightenment thinking.
It helped because the compass for example helped by knowing where you were on boats and stuff.
The Scientific Revolution was a major cause of the Enlightenment. The new scientific discoveries and methods challenged traditional beliefs and inspired a more critical and rational approach to understanding the world. This shifting perspective laid the foundation for the Enlightenment's focus on reason, individualism, and progress.
less central to mans existence
The Scientific Revolution laid the groundwork for the Enlightenment by fostering skepticism, reason, and empirical evidence in the pursuit of knowledge. Enlightenment thinkers built upon scientific discoveries to promote ideas such as individual rights, democracy, and the separation of church and state. Both periods emphasized rational thinking, critical analysis, and the advancement of human knowledge.