Ancient Astronomy

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According to ancient Greek astronomers, what is the shape of the earth?

  • Pyramid
  • Cylinder
  • Cube
  • Sphere (correct)

Which celestial bodies did the Greeks believe revolve around the earth?

  • Comets
  • Asteroids
  • Planets (correct)
  • Stars

What did the Greeks use basic geometry and trigonometry for in ancient astronomy?

  • Determining the colors of stars
  • Predicting eclipses
  • Calculating the speed of celestial bodies
  • Measuring the sizes and distances of celestial bodies (correct)

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