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Flashcards: Galileo Galilei
scientific theory
a theory that explains scientific observations
contradict
prove negative; show to be false
suspect
regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in
revolve
turn on or around an axis or a center
sunspot
a cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field
dialogue
a conversation between two persons
gravity
a manner that is serious and solemn
confine
Place limits on(extent or access)
abstract
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
observation
the act of observing; taking a patient look