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What was the main focus of Tycho Brahe's life's work in astronomy?
What was the main focus of Tycho Brahe's life's work in astronomy?
- Recording the phases of the Moon
- Studying the causes of lunar and solar eclipses
- Measuring the positions of the stars, planets, Moon, and Sun (correct)
- Measuring the distances of stars and planets from Earth
According to Johannes Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion, what is the shape of the orbits of all planets?
According to Johannes Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion, what is the shape of the orbits of all planets?
- Elliptical (correct)
- Oval
- Triangular
- Circular
What is the definition of an ellipse in astronomy?
What is the definition of an ellipse in astronomy?
- A closed curve with the Sun at its center
- A perfect circle in space
- A triangle with the Sun at its vertex
- A somewhat flattened circle with two foci inside (correct)
What is the concept described by Johannes Kepler's Law of Equal Areas?
What is the concept described by Johannes Kepler's Law of Equal Areas?
What can be inferred about Tycho Brahe's observations of the celestial bodies?
What can be inferred about Tycho Brahe's observations of the celestial bodies?
What can be said about Johannes Kepler's contribution to astronomy?
What can be said about Johannes Kepler's contribution to astronomy?
What is the relationship between the Sun and the planets according to Johannes Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion?
What is the relationship between the Sun and the planets according to Johannes Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion?
What is the shape of the orbit of a planet in our solar system?
What is the shape of the orbit of a planet in our solar system?
What is the concept of an ellipse in astronomy related to?
What is the concept of an ellipse in astronomy related to?
Who is credited with formulating the Laws of Planetary Motion?
Who is credited with formulating the Laws of Planetary Motion?
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