The Geocentric Theory
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The geocentric theory was based on the idea that the ______ was at the center of the universe

earth

Ptolemy expanded the ______ in the second century A.D.

theory

Christianity taught that God had deliberately placed ______ at the center of the universe

earth

Match the following individuals with their contributions to the geocentric theory:

<p>Aristotle = Originated the idea of geocentric theory Ptolemy = Expanded the geocentric theory Christianity = Taught that God deliberately placed earth at the center of the universe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following theories with their explanations:

<p>Geocentric theory = Earth-centered view of the universe Ptolemy's expansion = Further development of the geocentric theory in the second century A.D. Christian teaching = Belief that God intentionally positioned earth at the center of the universe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following entities with their roles in the geocentric theory:

<p>Earth = Believed to be at the center of the universe Aristotle = Proposed the geocentric theory Ptolemy = Enhanced the geocentric theory Christianity = Promoted the belief that earth is intentionally placed at the universe's center</p> Signup and view all the answers

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