2007-01-22 04:03:50 · 6 answers · asked by Diane A 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
Prior to this the view was of the Geo-centric view of Ptolomy with the Earth at the centre and the planets and stars oribiting the Earth.
2007-01-22 04:10:49 · answer #1 · answered by Red P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With Galileo the scientific method started. He was the first to ask nature to verify their conclusions about physical phenomena. It represented the starting point of the scientific way of doing.
Copernicus clarified the Astronomy with his theory of the Sun being the center of the solar system. His contribution was very important for the Astronomy and even to the rational methods, for he demonstrates that we must think objectively.
2007-01-22 12:18:01 · answer #2 · answered by Jano 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He used a telescope, and decided that the earth wasn't flat. He was inprisoned by the Catholic Church for his views, and finally pardoned just a few years ago.
2007-01-22 13:41:12 · answer #3 · answered by WildCat Guy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a sun centered universe
2007-01-22 12:34:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They broadened the human mind.
2007-01-22 12:12:02 · answer #5 · answered by mac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to word the question so it isn't so obviously homework. Don't be so lazy.
2007-01-22 12:12:45 · answer #6 · answered by gebobs 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋