Astronomy: Ptolemaic vs Heliocentric Models

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The geocentric model placed the Sun at the center of the universe.

False (B)

The heliocentric model of the universe was the prevailing model before the Scientific Revolution.

False (B)

Ptolemy's model of the universe was heliocentric.

False (B)

The shift from the geocentric to the heliocentric model marked the beginning of the Scientific Revolution.

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The heliocentric model was widely accepted by ancient Greek philosophers.

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