Medieval Physics

Medieval Physics, as it relates to medicine and science, was shaped by ancient ideas, particularly from Aristotle and Galen. Scholars believed in the balance of four humors (blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile) as key to health. They viewed the universe as a hierarchical system, with Earth at the center. Experimentation was limited; knowledge primarily came from texts. Alchemy blended chemistry with philosophy, seeking transformative secrets. Overall, Medieval Physics laid foundational ideas for future scientific inquiry, despite its reliance on authority over empirical observation. This period eventually paved the way for the Renaissance and modern science.