The New Astronomy: Crash Course History of Science

The video explores the evolution of European astronomy, focusing on heliocentrism. It highlights Tycho Brahe's precise observations and his geo-heliocentric model, Johannes Kepler's laws of planetary motion, and Galileo's telescope innovations. These astronomers collectively advanced the understanding of the cosmos, challenging traditional views and laying the groundwork for modern astronomy.

Explain Kepler's laws of planetary motion.

What was Galileo's contribution to the field of astronomy?

How did Galileo's observations challenge the existing cosmological models?

Discuss the impact of the Inquisition on Galileo's work.