Understanding
Definition
Understanding refers to the comprehension or knowledge of a particular subject, concept, or phenomenon. In the context of the Scientific Revolution, it refers to gaining knowledge and insights into the natural world through empirical observation, experimentation, and logical reasoning.
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Practice Questions (4)
- Which of the following best describes the limitations of factory inspection reports in understanding the conditions of workers during Britain's Industrial Revolution?
- How might Wordsworth's focus on rural life and nature in his poetry limit its use as a source for understanding urban experience during the Romantic era?
- How might a newspaper's portrayal of factory life during the Industrial Revolution limit our understanding?
- Who were some of the prominent scientists during the Scientific Revolution and what did they contribute to the understanding of the natural world?
Related terms
Empiricism: Empiricism is the belief that knowledge should be based on experience and evidence obtained through observation and experimentation.
Scientific Method: The scientific method is a systematic approach used by scientists to investigate natural phenomena, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, data analysis, and conclusion drawing.
Rationalism: Rationalism is the philosophical belief that reason and logical thinking are primary sources of knowledge and understanding.
