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Reedeegi
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Does anyone know of an article that gives a brief history of the study of gravity from antiquity to the 20th century?
History of Gravity: A Brief Overview from Antiquity to 20th Century
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The discussion centers on the history of gravitational theory from antiquity to the 20th century. Participants recommend using Wikipedia as a reliable source, specifically pointing to the article on the "History of Gravitational Theory." This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of gravity concepts, from early philosophical ideas to modern scientific advancements.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly gravity.
- Familiarity with historical scientific theories and figures.
- Knowledge of key developments in gravitational theory.
- Ability to navigate and interpret academic resources like Wikipedia.
- Research the contributions of Isaac Newton to gravitational theory.
- Explore Albert Einstein's General Theory of Relativity.
- Investigate the philosophical implications of gravity in ancient civilizations.
- Examine the transition from classical to modern physics regarding gravity.
Students of physics, historians of science, and anyone interested in the development of gravitational theory will benefit from this discussion.
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tiny-tim
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Hi Reedeegi! 
wikipedia is usally good on history …
have a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_gravitational_theory
wikipedia is usally good on history …
have a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_gravitational_theory
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