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In 3-5 sentences, analyze why Aristotle's and Ptolemy's models were accepted for more than a thousand years in spite of being completely incorrect. In your answer, use the term geocentric.(4 points)
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Aristotle's and Ptolemy's geocentric models were widely accepted for over a thousand years, despite their inaccuracies, due to several factors. Firstly, these models were consistent with the observed motion of celestial bodies, providing a satisfactory explanation of day and night, the apparent motion of planets, and the seasons. Additionally, these models were supported and propagated by influential institutions such as the Catholic Church, which played a significant role in scientific discourse during that time. Finally, there was a lack of widespread scientific progress and alternative theories to challenge the geocentric model until the heliocentric model proposed by Copernicus in the 16th century.
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