The scientific revolution systematically expelled teleology and final purposes from scientific explanations.

Evidence

Moreover purpose, which had since Aristotle formed an intimate part of the conception of science, was now thrust out of scientific procedure. Anyone might still believe that the heavens exist to declare the glory of God, but no one could let this belief intervene in an astronomical calculation. The world might have a purpose, but purposes could no longer enter into scientific explanations. — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 1979

Categorization

• XREF: XREF connects to teleology in ancient and medieval philosophy.
• corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 1979