Question

Galileo is known as the ‘Father of Empirical Sciences’.

Answer 1

• Galileo established the rational method of empirical observation and forming a theory based on those observations.
• He proved that the speed of objects of different weights falling down is equal by carrying out actual demonstrations from the heights of the tower of Pisa in Italy.
• He triggered a revolution with his modified telescope which benefited the seafarers to a large extent.
• With his telescope, he discovered four major satellites of the planet Jupiter.
• He proved that there are mountains and valleys on the moon and the light emitted from it are actually the rays of the sun.
• He also calculated that the sun takes 27 days to complete one cycle around itself.
• He was also the first scientist to observe spots on the sun.
• Hence, Galileo is known as the ‘Father of Empirical Sciences’.