Who Invented the Modern Scientific Method?

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The modern scientific method is primarily credited to Francis Bacon, who formalized the process of experimentation and theory revision in the early 17th century. While Galileo Galilei contributed significantly to scientific inquiry through empirical observation, Bacon's systematic approach laid the groundwork for future scientific practices. The discussion highlights that the principles of the scientific method may have roots in earlier philosophical ideas, but Bacon's contributions are pivotal in defining its modern form.

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  • Research the works of Francis Bacon, particularly "Novum Organum"
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Who is credited with coming up with the modern scientific method? I think it was either Galileo or Francis Bacon...

Note, by modern scientific method I mean:

Do experiment. come up with theory to explained observations. Test this theory repeatedly with different experiments. If theory doesn't agree with an experiment, revise theory or come up with new theory.
 
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