The Scientific Methods Crash Course History of Science 14

The video explores the evolution of the scientific method through the contributions of Galileo, Bacon, and Descartes. It highlights Galileo's advancements in astronomy and his conflict with the Church, Bacon's vision for a state-supported scientific system, and Descartes' philosophical inquiries into knowledge and certainty. Together, these thinkers laid the groundwork for modern scientific inquiry.

What role did the church play in Galileo's scientific endeavors?

What was the impact of Bacon's ideas on the development of scientific research?

Explain the concept of systematic doubting as proposed by Descartes.

In what ways did the scientific methods proposed by these philosophers influence modern science?