17th century

As a means of recording the passage of time, the 17th century was that century which lasted from 1601-1700 in the Gregorian calendar.

Inventions, discoveries, introductions

List of 17th century inventions

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Major changes in philosophy and science take place, often characterized as the Scientific revolution.

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• Calculus is invented and used to formulate classical mechanics.
• First measurement of the speed of light, 1676.
• Banknotes were reintroduced in Europe.
• Ice cream
• Tea and coffee become popular in Europe.