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Chapter 17
Question | Answer |
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Geocentric | system of planetary motion that places Earth at the center of the universe |
Scientific method | systematic procedure for collecting and analyzing scientific evidence |
Natural law | |
Rationalism | System thought by Descartes based on the belief that reason is the chief source of knowledge |
Deism | An 18th century religious philosopy based on reason and natural law |
Inductive reasoning | The idea that scientists should procees from the particular to the general by observing and testing |
Heliocentric | System of planetary motion that places the sun at the center of the universe |
Laissez-faire | The idea that the government should not regulate the economy |
Social contract | Idea that society agrees to be governed by its general will, and should be subject to the general will |
Salon | Elegant drawing room where people would meet to discuss the ideas of the Enlightenment |