06/03/2026
Galileo vs Aristotle | The Truth About Falling Bodies & the Birth of Modern Physics
For nearly 2,000 years, the ideas of Aristotle dominated science—claiming that heavier objects fall faster and motion requires a constant force.
In the 17th century, Galileo Galilei challenged these beliefs using experiments, observation, and measurement.
In this video, we explore how Galileo:
Discovered the principle of inertia
Proved that all objects fall at the same rate in a vacuum
Explained the role of friction and air resistance
Used inclined planes to measure acceleration
Laid the foundation for modern physics
Galileo’s work directly influenced Isaac Newton, whose laws of motion still explain how the universe works—from falling objects on Earth to the motion of galaxies.
This video is perfect for students, science lovers, and anyone curious about how experiments replaced assumptions and changed the course of human knowledge.
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