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The Scientific Revolution was a crucial period in the development of science, which occurred from the 16th to the 18th century. It marked a shift in intellectual thought, as scholars began to rely more on empirical evidence and observation, rather than religious and philosophical beliefs. While the Scientific Revolution is primarily associated with European scholars, it was built upon the contributions of various civilizations, including the Greeks, Jews, Muslims, and the Renaissance movement. Their ideas and advancements laid the groundwork for the scientific breakthroughs of the time.