Across
- 1. Theory that the sun is at the center of the universe
- 2. Well-tested explanation supported by evidence
- 3. Standard used for comparison in an experiment
- 9. Payment made to reduce punishment for sins
- 12. Machine invented to mass-produce books quickly
- 14. Organized process for investigating and testing ideas
- 15. Use of strong light and dark contrast in art
- 17. Factor in an experiment that can change
- 19. Tool that uses lenses to observe distant objects
Down
- 1. Proposed explanation that can be tested
- 4. Artistic technique that creates the illusion of depth
- 5. Belief that reason is the main source of knowledge
- 6. A Renaissance belief system that focused on human potential, achievements, and classical learning
- 7. Rule describing consistent patterns in nature
- 8. Everyday language spoken by ordinary people
- 10. Belief that knowledge comes primarily from observation and experience
- 11. Theory that the Earth is at the center of the universe
- 13. Focus on worldly life rather than religious matters
- 16. Wealthy person who financially supported artists and thinkers
- 18. Belief that goes against official church teachings