Revolutionary Astronomers Flashcard Review

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Why was the discovery of Jupiter’s moons so important?

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It supported the heliocentric model.

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What astronomical model places the Earth at the center of the universe?

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Geocentric Model.

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Where is Earth in the geocentric model?

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At the center of the solar system.

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Who developed the 3 laws of planetary motion?

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Kepler.

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Which Greek philosopher is known for creating the geocentric model of the universe?

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Ptolemy.

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What is the heliocentric model?

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An astronomical model that places the Sun at the center of the universe.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

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What are Kepler's Laws?

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Three laws describing the motion of planets around the Sun.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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What did Galileo contribute to astronomy?

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He improved the telescope and supported the heliocentric model.

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What is the significance of the Copernican Revolution?

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It marked the shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric view of the universe.

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What is the difference between the geocentric and heliocentric models?

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Geocentric: Earth-centered; Heliocentric: Sun-centered.