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AristotleAristotle was born in Stagira, in 384 B.C. and died in 322 B.C. Also, because there was still little technology, Aristotle was unable to perform complex experiments. However, Aristotle created a form of logic. Aristotle used his obseravtion to determine his conclusions on atomic theory. This theory lasted for quite some time because the other scientists did not come around until a while later. This theory may seem more general, and it is, which is most likely why it lasted so long.
In the picture, describes Aristotle's thoughts on the belief that all things on earth develop from 4 main elements of matter; Fire, Water, Earth and Air. |
Contribution to atomic theory
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Aristotle thought that knowledge from the senses was very important. These thoughts became some of the "roots" of the scientific method after hundreds of years. Aristotle also formed thoughts on "physics", a basic inquiry about the nature of matter and change; and "metaphysics", an investigation of existence itself. He did not believe in atomic theory, unlike Democritus, and thought that all elements on Earth were not made of atoms except for Earth, Fire, Water and Air, themselves. Aristotle believed that all substances were made of small amounts of these four elements of matter.
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experiments & interesting facts
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Aristotle used his knowledge of observing to form conclusions about the world. Aristotle believed that logical thought, alone, was enough to explain the world and rules of motion. In his lifetime, Aristotle observed a countless number of things. An interesting fact about Aristotle, is that he learned from one of the greatest teachers, Plato. Aristotle was enrolled in Plato's academy for 20 years or so.
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