Early Life
Isaac Newton was born on January 4, 1643, in a small village called Woolsthorpe, England.
As a child, Newton loved to build things, such as small windmills and water clocks.
He was very curious and liked to observe how things worked.
School and University
Newton was sent to a local school, where he wasn’t a great student at first.
But over time, he started to work hard and became the top student in his class.
In 1661, he entered Cambridge University, where he studied mathematics, physics, and astronomy.
He was very interested in the works of famous scientists like Galileo and Kepler.
The Plague and Great Discoveries
In 1665, a deadly disease called the Great Plague spread across England, and Cambridge University had to close.
Newton returned home, and during this time, he made some of his most important discoveries:
– The Laws of Motion – He realized how objects move and what forces act on them.
– Gravity – The famous story of an apple falling from a tree inspired him to study why things fall to the ground.
– Calculus – He invented a new kind of math that helps scientists and engineers solve complex problems.
– Light and Optics – He found out that white light is made up of many colors.
A Famous Scientist
In 1669, Newton became a professor at Cambridge University.
He continued his research, and in 1687, he published his most important book, “Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy” (Principia).
In this book, he explained:
– The Three Laws of Motion – These laws explain how things move when a force is applied.
– The Law of Universal Gravitation – This law says that all objects attract each other, and it explains why planets orbit the sun.
His work helped shape modern science and is still used today.
Later Life and Honors
In 1696, Newton became Master of the Royal Mint, where he improved England’s money system.
Later, he became President of the Royal Society, one of the most important scientific organizations.
In 1705, Queen Anne gave him the title Sir Isaac Newton.
Newton continued his studies but also spent time on alchemy and religion.
He passed away on March 31, 1727, at the age of 84.
Newton’s Impact on the World
Newton’s discoveries changed the way people understand the world.
His laws of motion and gravity are still used in physics, space travel, and engineering.
His work made space exploration possible and inspired many scientists, including Albert Einstein.
Newton is remembered as one of the greatest thinkers in history.
Finally, the following message, which is attributed to him, symbolizes his serious and humble character toward his research.
“If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.”
