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Because he was the first astronomer in modern times to devise a new model of the planets' orbits with the Sun at the centre. Copernicus's model of 1543 was rejected after Kepler's theory of 1609 was supported by later theories of dynamics, but Kepler retained the heliocentric principle and Copernicus's work was an important stage in the process of development of ideas.

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Who was capernious?

I think you might be referring to Nicolaus Copernicus, a Renaissance-era astronomer who proposed a heliocentric model of the universe with the sun at the center, challenging the prevailing geocentric view. His work laid the foundation for modern astronomy and our understanding of the solar system.


What is astronomy negative and positive aspects?

Positive is that you get to watch stars and planets and you might want to find out more about them, and that study might lead you into a greater interest in science in general. Negative is that it's best done outside in the winter and you get cold.


Can you study astronomy at GCSE level?

Many "professional" astronomers seem to get into astronomy by the back door; they had other useful skills and were in the right place at the right time. No matter how you get in, you'll need a strong grounding in mathematics, a good knowledge of physics, and EXCELLENT computer skills. Some background in engineering disciplines wouldn't hurt.


Why did Copernicus keep his theory to himself?

Copernicus likely kept his theory of heliocentrism to himself out of fear of backlash from the prevailing religious and scientific authorities of his time, who favored the geocentric model. He may have also wanted to further refine his theory and gather more evidence before presenting it to the public.


What was antioch epiphines famous quote to nicholas Copernicus?

please help.. There is no answer to this question because there is no quote of antioch epiphines. In fact, the actual name of the person is Antiochus Epiphanes who was a Greek ruler over the Jews during the time between 175-164 BC. He tried to force the Jews to worship the Greek God Zeus and destroyed many of their temples and religious writings. The only thing that Antiochus Epiphanes and Nicholas Copernicus have in common is Hellenism. Nicholas Copernicus did not follow Hellenism, he was a Catholic who lived in in the 1500's. He did, however, discover that the Earth revolves around the Sun and he spent a lot of time studying the stars which is where the Hellenism comes in because it is related to astology, or an early form of astrology. Nicholas Copernicus did have a famous quote that people might recognize. It is: "To know that we know what we know, and to know that we do not know what we don not know, that is true knowledge."

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Who was capernious?

I think you might be referring to Nicolaus Copernicus, a Renaissance-era astronomer who proposed a heliocentric model of the universe with the sun at the center, challenging the prevailing geocentric view. His work laid the foundation for modern astronomy and our understanding of the solar system.


What area of technology might be associated with?

There are 2, Astronomy and Astrophysics which might be associated with a telescope.


What area of technology might be associated with telscope?

There are 2, Astronomy and Astrophysics which might be associated with a telescope.


What was Nicolaus' Copernicus inventions?

people think that he might of invented the globe but we are yet to know


Why would someone might want to be an astronomer?

if somebody is intrested in the galaxy and astronomy then obliviously they might want to be an astronomer!


What is my step-dad's cousin in relation to me?

Your step-father's cousin is not related to you because you have no ancestors in common. However, if your step-father came into your life while you were very young, you may e treating him as your father and his cousins as yours. In that case you might consider that if he was your biological father, his first cousin would be your first cousin, once removed.


Why did Copernicus ask for his book to be published after his death?

because he did not want to be embarresed by the Roman Catholic church because they might (and did) reject his theory


What relation is your father's stepsister to you?

You might call your father's stepsister your step-aunt, but you might simply call her your aunt.


Is astronomy a good course?

Astronomy would be a course to take solely on personal interest. Astronomy has very little practical use in day to day life. Astronomy itself can be a good course, depending on the professor, but depending on your major field of study it might not be practical to take.


Who was and influence on Johannes kelpers life?

Maybe this might help: Johannes helped Nicolaus Copernicus's theory perhaps this person may be the key to you answer!


Does a 14 yr old Illinois have to see her father on visitation?

I can't envision that you could be forced by law to go to visitation with your father, however if the court did, in fact, order it, you would have to comply. If not, it then becomes a matter of obeying your mother or guardian and accompanying them on the visit. You should also consider the good effect it might have on your father to see you.


What is an interesting astronomy facts?

I find just about anything about astronomy interesting. To get specific details, start reading about astronomy in general, then read about specific topics. Here are some topics you may want to read about; you might start in Wikipedia, which usually has good summary articles:PlanetsStarSolar SystemGalaxyBig BangDark matterUniverseExpansion of the UniverseBlack hole