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Galileo using a telescope

Galileo using a telescope, historical artwork. The Italian astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) is famed for his 1610 use of his telescope to discover the four largest moons of Jupiter. He also observed mountains on the Moon. In physics, he found that all pendulums swing with the same time period, and that heavy and light objects fall at the same rate. He supported the Copernican theory that the Sun, rather than the Earth, was at the centre of the solar system. This belief was declared heretical in 1633 by the Inquisition of the Roman Catholic Church. He was held under house arrest for the rest of his life. From Physique Populaire (E. Desbeaux, 1891)

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This print showcases the renowned Italian astronomer and physicist, Galileo Galilei, as he diligently uses a telescope in his study. The historical artwork captures the essence of Galileo's groundbreaking discoveries during the 17th century. With his trusty telescope, he made astonishing observations that revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Galileo's most notable achievements include identifying Jupiter's four largest moons and documenting mountains on the Moon. In addition to astronomy, he delved into physics and made significant contributions to this field as well. He discovered that all pendulums swing with the same time period and proved that heavy and light objects fall at an equal rate. However, these revolutionary ideas challenged prevailing beliefs at the time. Galileo boldly supported Copernicus' theory that placed the Sun at the center of our solar system instead of Earth—a notion considered heretical by the Roman Catholic Church in 1633. Consequently, he was subjected to house arrest for life. The vibrant colors of this illustration from Physique Populaire (E. Desbeaux, 1891) bring history alive before our eyes. It portrays a dedicated scientist engrossed in his experiments within a laboratory setting while being confined due to his controversial views. This remarkable image serves as a powerful reminder of Galileo's unwavering pursuit of knowledge despite facing adversity—an inspiration for generations to come.

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