What paradigms were shattered by the Scientific Revolution, and what paradigms remained in place?
What will be an ideal response?
The ideal answer should include:
a. The paradigm defined by Aristotle and Ptolemy was shattered by the new discoveries during the Scientific Revolution.
b. The paradigm defined by Galen was shattered by William Harvey's discoveries.
c. Despite some challenges, the paradigm of patriarchy remained in place.
d. Traditional views of women as inferior and passive remained prevalent, even among the thinkers of the Scientific Revolution.
e. Science was viewed as a masculine pursuit.
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