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QuizMultiple Choice

The Solar System

Question 10 • AZ-Earth and Space Science A (SC301)

Why was it difficult for people to accept a heliocentric concept of the solar system?

Answer
A
Scientists had no way to explain retrograde motion.
B
Scientists did not check or confirm other scientists’ ideas.
C
Information was published in Italian and people could not understand it.
D
Aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.

Explanation

People had long accepted Aristotle’s geocentric view, which placed Earth at the center of the universe. Because Aristotle was highly respected and his ideas were reinforced by religious teachings, many people resisted the heliocentric model, which placed the Sun at the center. The correct choice is D: Aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.

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