Reception of Newtonian Physics in France
Which of the following best explains why the adoption of Newtonian physics was significantly slower in France than in England?
A
The dominance of Cartesian philosophy within French academic institutions slowed acceptance of Newtonian mechanics.
B
Jesuit mathematicians actively campaigned against Newton in favor of Aristotelian frameworks.
C
Universities in France lacked chairs dedicated to experimental physics before the late 18th century.
D
Strict censorship by the French Parlement prevented foreign scientific texts from circulating widely.
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