Newton demonstrated the value of mathematics and experimentation through his work on light and laws of motion, for which he invented calculus.
Newton's experiments with light demonstrated the power of mathematics as a scientific language and the effectiveness of experimental methods. He invented calculus to formulate his three universal laws of motion.
| Front | Newton (b) |
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| Back | Experiments with refracted light: showed value of math as language of science & power of experimental methods Three universal laws of motion – invented calculus to do it. (empiricist) |
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