Bequeathed the problem of explaining away Aristotelian physics in moving earth system. The planets move on elliptical paths. A radius vector from the sun to a planet sweeps out equal areas in equal times. Nature is fundamentally mathematical. Therefore, the world is real, and reality is characterized and known by its clearness and distinctness.
Animals are machines.
Conducive to the kinematic analysis of Nature. Mathematically oriented in terms of physical explanation. In practical terms, however, it was highly empirical with constant 'laboratory' testing of chemical combinations and distillations. Consequent development of various assaying techniques, invention of nitric acid in 16th century, etc. 2. Man becomes master of Nature and approaches divinity.