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The geocentric theory, which proposed that the Earth was the center of the universe, was supported by many ancient astronomers, including Claudius Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD. Ptolemy's geocentric model, known as the Ptolemaic system, successfully explained the movements of celestial bodies for centuries until it was eventually replaced by the heliocentric model proposed by Copernicus in the 16th century.
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Who was Galileo and what did he do How did he prove the heliocentric theory?
He was an Italian scientist of the 17th century. He did not prove the heliocentric theory. But everyone accepts the heliocentric principle now, after it was proved right; but that happened long after Galileo's time, after new scientific discoveries in the latter half of the 1600s.
How did Galileo help prove that Copernicus' theory about the solar system was right?
He didn't know it, he just brought out a new theory that showed that with the Sun at the centre the planets' paths could be explained more simply. That was in 1543 and Kepler produced another heliocentric theory in 1609 which had the planets moving in elliptical orbits round the Sun. The only thing in favour of Kepler's theory at the time was that it explained the planets' positions more accurately than previous theories. But 80-90 years later Newton's discoveries in gravity and the laws of motion were used to prove by theory that the planets must move in elliptical orbits.
How did astronomy resolve the issue of the geocentric theory versus the heliocentric theory during the scientific revolution?
First there were several different theories put forward to explain the movements of the planets. The main ones are Ptolemy (geocentric) and then Copernicus (heliocentric). Both theories explained the positions of the planets within the accuracy of the observations that were made at the time (up to the 1580s). Both theories used combinations of circles to model the planets' orbits. Then Tycho Brahe came on the scene with much improved equipment for measuring the planets' positions with unprecedented accuracy. Although Tycho believed in the geocentric idea, his observations were used by Johannes Kepler to create a new heliocentric theory in which the planets move in elliptical orbits, published in 1609. At that time there was no way of knowing which theory was right, except that Kepler's theory fitted the observations best. By the end of the 1600s, scientists had made significant discoveries in dynamics, the science of moving objects, and in gravity. The laws of motion and the law of gravity were used by Isaac Newton to prove theoretically that a planet in the Sun's gravity field must move in an elliptical orbit. This achievement put Kepler's theory in the spotlight, where it has been ever since. Apart from tiny corrections from relativity, Kepler's heliocentric theory is the one still used today.
Why did Galileo's idea about the universe frighten the Catholic Church?
It didn't "frighten" the Church. The Church was upset because Galileo was insisting on a theory that he couldn't prove, at that time - the science hadn't been invented yet. The Church allowed him to publish his theory as a theory, but not to claim it was fact until it was proved. Galileo was a very stubborn man who believed he was right (actually, his theory was right, but he couldn't prove it) and he insisted on teaching it as fact, and he insisted on making fun of the pope who was both a patron and a personal friend - this didn't go over very well with the Church. For the full story please read "The Galileo Controversy" at the link below.
What is a sentence for heliocentric?
Ptolemy thought that the Earth was the center of solar system and most people believed this theory. But Copernicus thought that the Sun was the center of solar system and most people didn't believed this theory. Who was right? Copernicus was right because later Galileo prove that if the Earth was at the center then he couldn't see the phases of Venus. Sentences for heliocentric. Galileo proved that the Copernicus's theory which was heliocentric was right.
Why is it just as important to prove a hypothesis is wrong as to prove it is right?
Its important to prove a hypotheses is wrong as it is to prove it right because when you set out to do a lab, you must make your prediction before you start. When you are finished with the lab, you write your report, and that is the time to either prove or disprove your theory. Science isn't all about getting the right hypothesis or answer; it's more about thinking and understanding.
Why is a theory never described as absolutely right or true?
Because it was just a theory and never been prove it can't be good or bad but it just a theory after all. and if this theory real and why don't they see what will happened in future!
What theory states that Earth is the center of the universe?
Geocentric Model, Earth centered ) developed by the Ancient Egyptians, e.g. Ptolemy. This model put the earth at the center of the cosmos and the earth is the origin point from which all other objects are referenced by angles. This model is still used in the Right Acension (RA) system.
Who was Galileo and what did he do How did he prove the heliocentric theory?
He was an Italian scientist of the 17th century. He did not prove the heliocentric theory. But everyone accepts the heliocentric principle now, after it was proved right; but that happened long after Galileo's time, after new scientific discoveries in the latter half of the 1600s.
What celestical body is at the center of your solar system?
As proposed by the Heliocentric Theory, the Sun is the center of the Solar System.
How did Galileo help prove that Copernicus' theory about the solar system was right?
He didn't know it, he just brought out a new theory that showed that with the Sun at the centre the planets' paths could be explained more simply. That was in 1543 and Kepler produced another heliocentric theory in 1609 which had the planets moving in elliptical orbits round the Sun. The only thing in favour of Kepler's theory at the time was that it explained the planets' positions more accurately than previous theories. But 80-90 years later Newton's discoveries in gravity and the laws of motion were used to prove by theory that the planets must move in elliptical orbits.
What makes a hypothesis scientifically?
Hypotheses are useful because they can be tested, and scientists love to test to prove if whether your theory is right or wrong.
How did astronomy resolve the issue of the geocentric theory versus the heliocentric theory during the scientific revolution?
First there were several different theories put forward to explain the movements of the planets. The main ones are Ptolemy (geocentric) and then Copernicus (heliocentric). Both theories explained the positions of the planets within the accuracy of the observations that were made at the time (up to the 1580s). Both theories used combinations of circles to model the planets' orbits. Then Tycho Brahe came on the scene with much improved equipment for measuring the planets' positions with unprecedented accuracy. Although Tycho believed in the geocentric idea, his observations were used by Johannes Kepler to create a new heliocentric theory in which the planets move in elliptical orbits, published in 1609. At that time there was no way of knowing which theory was right, except that Kepler's theory fitted the observations best. By the end of the 1600s, scientists had made significant discoveries in dynamics, the science of moving objects, and in gravity. The laws of motion and the law of gravity were used by Isaac Newton to prove theoretically that a planet in the Sun's gravity field must move in an elliptical orbit. This achievement put Kepler's theory in the spotlight, where it has been ever since. Apart from tiny corrections from relativity, Kepler's heliocentric theory is the one still used today.
What makes a hypothesis scientifically useful.?
Hypotheses are useful because they can be tested, and scientists love to test to prove if whether your theory is right or wrong.
Why did Galileo's idea about the universe frighten the Catholic Church?
It didn't "frighten" the Church. The Church was upset because Galileo was insisting on a theory that he couldn't prove, at that time - the science hadn't been invented yet. The Church allowed him to publish his theory as a theory, but not to claim it was fact until it was proved. Galileo was a very stubborn man who believed he was right (actually, his theory was right, but he couldn't prove it) and he insisted on teaching it as fact, and he insisted on making fun of the pope who was both a patron and a personal friend - this didn't go over very well with the Church. For the full story please read "The Galileo Controversy" at the link below.
Which theory of government claims that the king connects the heavens and the earth?
the divine right theory
How do you prove a right angle triangle?
You cannot prove "a right angle triangle". You may or may not be able to prove statements about right angled triangles but that will depend on the particular statement.
