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