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Scientific Revolution-the series of events that led to the birth of modern science.

Theories-the explanations scientists develop based on these facts

Science-is a particular way of gaining knowledge about the world.

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Alchemy-was a forerunner of chemistry.

Ptolemy-an ancient astronomer he studied the skies,recorded his observations,and offered theories to explain what he saw.

Rationalists-People who looked at the world in a rational,or reasonable and logical, way.