The Universe and the way we view it because of the Scientific Revolution.
Bellwork Mon 2/3/14 Draw (from memory) our solar system. Include any movement.
Focus Why did scientists begin to challenge the Ptolemaic view of the universe? Which of their discoveries gradually replaced the Ptolemaic view? Describe each step in the scientific journey from Copernicus to Newton.
Medieval view of God and Earth
Ptolemaic Universe
Copernican Universe (1543)
How can we PROVE which model is true? Ptolemaic UniverseCopernican Universe
Steps to follow: 1.Examine each of the five discoveries/ inventions that led to the acceptance of Copernicus’ model over Ptolemy’s. 2.Place each discovery/invention in the correct spot on the timeline, including: 1.Date 2.Name of discovery/invention and the man responsible for it 3.Importance 4.How does it help to prove Copernicus’ model?