renaissance improvements in the sciences (7.8.5)
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Renaissance Improvements in the Sciences (7.8.5). Math & Architecture. Use of variables in algebra “3x + 5 = 14” Calculations used to design huge domes for cathedrals Dome of in Florence Cathedral. Anatomy. Increased knowledge of human body as a result of dissections - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Renaissance Improvements in the Sciences (7.8.5)
Math & ArchitectureUse of variables
in algebra “3x + 5 = 14”
Calculations used to design huge domes for cathedrals Dome of in
Florence Cathedral
Anatomy Increased
knowledge of human body as a result of dissections Leonardo da Vinci Andreas Vesalius
Science
Scientific method Invention of the
microscopeGalileo & the
heliocentric theory Sun at center of
galaxyLeonardo da Vinci
& inventions
Map-making
Mercator & the cylindrical mapMore accurate maps
Improvements in navigation, ship-building technology, and astronomy
Medicine
Ambrose Paré Military
doctor/surgeon Used thread to close
wounds Bandages
Use of thread & bandages important because
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