Kepler’s laws Kepler’s laws. Ancient Astronomy Ancient civilizations observed the skies Many built structures to mark astronomical events for religious.
1 Giants of Science Our understanding of the Universe developed slowly over centuries. Most of the breakthroughs came through careful study of the positions.
Historical Astronomy 10000BC-3000BC 10000BC –constellations, lunar cycle, discovery of planets? –calendar refinements for agriculture –counting schemes.
The First Science. First observed and used by cultures like the Chinese, Egyptians, and Babylonians Used for planting crops, tracking hunting migrations.
