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Exploring the transformative ideas of the Scientific Revolution, this content delves into John Locke's theory of knowledge, Francis Bacon's inductive method, and the rise of systematic experimentation. It highlights the methodological innovations of Galileo, the application of mathematics in science, the mechanical philosophy, the establishment of scientific societies, and the Copernican Revolution in astronomy.
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Locke believed that the mind is a blank slate at birth and all knowledge is acquired through experience
Locke argued against the concept of innate ideas, stating that all knowledge comes from sensory experience and reflection
Locke's empirical approach to knowledge laid the foundation for later developments in philosophy and psychology
Bacon promoted the use of inductive reasoning to acquire knowledge about the natural world
Systematic Observation and Experimentation
Bacon's method involved gathering data, observing patterns, and forming hypotheses to be tested through experimentation
Emphasis on Rigorous Testing
Bacon's approach to scientific inquiry involved rigorous testing of hypotheses
Bacon saw science as a means to improve human life and emphasized its practical applications
The shift towards systematic experimentation marked a departure from the reliance on authority and casual observation in medieval science
Scientists like William Gilbert exemplified the new approach of systematic experimentation
The emphasis on systematic experimentation challenged traditional beliefs and paved the way for modern scientific thought
Galileo emphasized the importance of observable evidence in scientific inquiry
Galileo's approach involved using both experimentation and mathematical analysis to understand the natural world
Galileo's commitment to precise measurement and reproducibility set new standards for scientific inquiry and contributed to scientific progress
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______, a key figure during the Enlightenment, significantly influenced the theory of knowledge with his '______ ______' concept.
John Locke
tabula rasa
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In his pivotal book, 'An Essay Concerning Human Understanding' (______), ______ claimed that knowledge comes exclusively through ______.
1689
Locke
experience
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The ______ approach to knowledge, as advocated by Locke, paved the way for future ______ and psychological theories.
empirical
philosophical
