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Galileo
This category is for questions about Galileo Galilei, who was a substantial contributor to various fields of science and philosophy; continuing to be the "father" of many academic subjects today.
1,167 Questions
What was Galileo's Galilei's nickname?
- Father of modern science
- Father of modern astronomy
- Father of modern math
What is Galileo galilei's favorite food?
The wealth of Leonardo's sketch books that we have today show an artist interested in many things. From what I have read, Leonardo was intrigued by the human form, he drew it often, as well as painted and sculpted it.
How do you break married segments in amadeus?
Sell the segment (married) then sell another segment which you want to add with married one. then do xe2*3 [cancel the 2nd segment(old segment) with replacement of 3rd (new segment) segment].
Who was Galileo Galilea's siblings?
Michelangelo Galilei, Giulia Galilei, Virginia Galilei, Benedetto Galilei and Livia Galilei.
Galileo and Descartes both explored scientific theories that challenged long accepted notions. There new ideas were perceived as a threat or heretical because they disagreed with strongly held religious beliefs. They both published their ideas at a time when the Church was an extremely powerful entity and important in many peoples' lives, so the Church's objection to their teachings had serious consequences.
What can a kid do once they turn 16 years old?
Well in the UK you can do the following,
1. 16 year can give consent to sex; however if your parents say "no", you cannot do it in their house. It's best if you wait anyway, no need to rush.
2. You can also legally buy a lottery ticket
3. You can also quit school if you like
4. Be sent to the young offenders institute if you are a bad person
5. Drive a motorbike at 50cc
6. Marry with parental consent
7. Change your name by deed poll; I suppose this would be disrespectful to your current family if you change your name.
8. Apply for legal aid
9. Leave Home
10. Get a Passport.
11. Buy scrap metal Remember different countries have different laws, the UK is one of the most liberal countries out there for young people, most countries have stricter laws.
Galileo Galilei was born on February 15, 1564 and died on January 8, 1642. Galileo Galilei would have been 77 years old at the time of death or 451 years old today.
What century was Colombus born?
15th Century. He was an explorer long before he departed for the "New World"
people are just tempted to believe things like that
Excerpted from; "Why People Believe Weird Things.""More than any other, the reason people believe weird things," says Shermer, "is because they want to. . . .It feels good. It is comforting. It is consoling." Secondly, weird beliefs offer "immediate gratification." People like weird beliefs because they are simple. Weird beliefs also satisfy the quest for significance: they satisfy our moral needs and our desire that life be meaningful. Finally, he says, people believe weird things because weird things give them hope.for full text, see related link.
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Did Galileo Galilei have a middle name?
According to WikiPedia, it is Galileo di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de' Galilei.
Why was Galileo persecuted by the Catholic Church?
Galileo was not truly 'persecuted' by the Church. However, he was told to stop teaching the heliocentric theory of the Universe because it was, at the time, unproven. Even Copernicus, another scientist (and a priest) who predated Galileo in his studies of the heliocentric theory, agreed that it was unproven and could not be proven with the technology of the time. What got Galileo into trouble was his tongue and his pen. He had a very sarcastic temperament and made some very nasty verbal attacks on the pope, who was a close friend and supporter. It might be pointed out that the Church supported Galileo in his work and most Church leaders agreed that the earth was most likely not the center of the Universe. However, no information had been brought forward that could prove this beyond a doubt.
After Galileo's time science advanced to the point where it had to be accepted that the Sun is at the centre and the Earth orbits round it. 200 years after Galileo's death, the German astronomer Friedrich Bessel made observations on a nearby star and found that it moved very slightly one way and the other against the background of distant stars, every six months, in time with the Earth's motion round the Sun.
Galileo was teaching the heliocentric theory of the universe as fact when it was, at the time, unproven. The Church asked him to revise his teaching to reflect that it was not a fact but only a theory or hypothesis. Most Church officials were on Galileo's side but agreed that he should tone down is rhetoric. Galileo had a very sharp tongue and was quite sarcastic in his remarks and that did little to help his case.
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Catholic AnswerGalileo was teaching the heliocentric theory of Copernicus as fact. Cardinal Bellarmine disagreed with him and said that it disagreed with Scripture. Galileo, though, was a personal friend of the Pope at that time. The Inquisition looked into the case and told him that he could teach, but only as a theory until he had some proof - which he didn't. Galileo agreed, then turned around, and ignored his solemn word to the Inquisition, figuring that he knew better, even though he still had no proof, he continued to teach Copernicus theory as fact. The Inquisition arrested him for violating his sworn word, and held him in a rather comfortable accommodation. Galileo berated everybody, including his friend, the Pope. He did not exactly endear himself to anyone, even though everyone was trying to help him! For more of the story, see the link below at the Catholic Encyclopedia.Galileo was tried and sentenced by the Catholic Church for his work promoting the idea of a heliocentric universe. Before mankind became aware that the earth and other planets revolve around the sun, people believed that the sun and stars revolved around the Earth.
The pope who order the inquisition of Galileo?
Both Pope Gregory XV and Pope Urban VIII were involved with Galileo's case
How did Copernicus Galileo and Newton each change people's understanding of the universe?
Scientific advances in astronomy, medicine, and other conflicts continue to have great effects on the way we live and face the world.
What astronamer was imprisoned for agreeing with the heliocentric theory?
There were several. The ones that come to mind are Copernicus and Bruno (who was actually burnt at the stake).
What role did the telescope play in Galileo's contributions to astronomy?
Galileo used his telescope to look into space where he noticed that Nicalous Copernicus was correct in saying that the Earth revolves around the sun. Which Galileo was arrested for believing.
Who was Galileo Galili contemporaries?
Galileo Galilei's contemporaries included Johannes Kepler, René Descartes, and Isaac Newton. These scientists and philosophers made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy, mathematics, and philosophy during the same time period as Galileo.
What personality did Galileo galilei have?
he was probably bright, smart, brilliant, and curious but I don't know the fifth.
Why was Galileo the first astronomer?
He was not the first astronomer; there were plenty before him going back to the Babylonians at least. Galileo, however, was the first to use a telescope.
How much school did Galileo Galilei have?
Galileo attended the University of Pisa. Although his father wished him to study medicine, he was attracted to mathematics instead.
As a professor, Galileo taught at the University in Pisa and in Padua, and also taught art in the Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence.
What did Galileo call the dark flat parts of the moon?
He thought they were seas. He called them maria (Latin for sea). Today scientists still call the dark, flat parts maria. Marias were formed when magma flowed through the surface of the moon. The magma cooled and became flat and dark.
Did Galileo invent anything else?
Yes,
He also invented the a horse-powered pump to raise water, describing the true parabolic paths of cannonballs and other projectiles and confirming the Nicolas Copernican theory of the solar system.
