Galileo's Discoveries: Debunking Geocentrism and Unveiling Heliocentrism

The video discusses ancient beliefs about the cosmos, where celestial bodies were thought to revolve around the Earth. Galileo's discoveries challenged these views, showing that the moon and planets were not perfectly smooth and that the Earth revolved around the sun, supporting Copernicanism. Despite facing opposition from the church, Galileo defended his findings, emphasizing the importance of truth in science.

What did Galileo prove about the moon and other celestial bodies?

What was the belief that Copernicus had regarding the movement of the Earth and other planets?

How did Galileo's discussions about Copernicanism affect him?

What was Galileo's belief regarding the importance of speaking up for his discoveries?

What actions did Galileo take after others complained about him to the church?