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LaoCopernicus and Kepler were unable to answer why planets move in an elliptical orbit around the sun rather than a circular one. They struggled to explain the precise mathematical relationship governing the speed of planets as they orbit the sun. This was later resolved by Isaac newton's laws of motion and gravitation.
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How the accomplishments of nicolaus Copernicus helped change European society?
Copernicus used early trigonometry to show that the observations of the movements of the planets in the sky are most easily explained by assuming that the Earth and other planets orbited around the Sun. He published this in 1543 in Poland. Copernicus also made contributions to Mathematics.It had previously been assumed that the Earth was the centre of the universe and that all other bodies revolved around the Earth. This appeared obvious to ancient astronomers since the heavenly bodies all rose in the East and set in the West. The planets (wanderers) altered their places in the sky relative to other bodies and this was explained by assuming that their motions executed circles within circles. However, in order to fit observations, this had to be carried to a ridiculous extreme.The theory that all other bodies revolved around the Earth had become part of religious dogma, so was vehemently opposed by the church.Copernicus's doctrine was opposed by the church for many years. In 1616 the Catholic church declared that it was contrary to the scriptures. Galileo had been a champion of Copernicus in Italy and was forced to recant and spent the rest of his life (1564-1642) under house arrest by order of the inquisition.He proposed a heliocentric system that Earth orbits the sun. apex cx
How far from earth is kolob?
Kolob is a celestial body referred to in Mormon theology. However, there is no scientific evidence or consensus about its actual existence or location, so it is not possible to determine how far away it is from Earth.
Who could not predict the movements of the planets accurately?
Ancient astronomers like Ptolemy and Copernicus could not accurately predict the movements of the planets because they were working with models that did not accurately capture the true nature of the solar system. Their geocentric models, which placed the Earth at the center of the universe, were unable to accurately predict the movements of the planets due to their circular orbits and epicycles. It wasn't until Johannes Kepler formulated his laws of planetary motion based on observations by Tycho Brahe that more accurate predictions became possible.
What did tyco brahes model of the solar system?
Tycho brahe, a mentor and a tutor of johannes kepler was one of the earliest to study the universe, he made observations with naked eye and noted them down . This included motions of stars and planets and our very own moon. But unfortunately he was unable to complete his observations, he was then overtaken by johannes kepler , he was the guy who finished it, even it was heliocentric one (sun at the center).
Why were people before Copernicus unable to find out what he found out?
Before Copernicus, people believed in the geocentric model which placed Earth at the center of the universe. This model was widely accepted and influenced by religious and philosophical beliefs. Without access to advanced technology and knowledge of planetary motion, it was difficult for people to challenge these deeply ingrained beliefs.
