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In 3-5 sentences, describe how Copernicus developed his model of the solar system. In your answer, include an explanation for why his model was, or was not, readily accepted at the time.
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Nicolaus Copernicus developed his model of the solar system through years of careful observations and mathematical calculations. He proposed that the Sun, not the Earth, was the center of the solar system, with the planets, including Earth, revolving around it in circular orbits. This heliocentric model challenged the established geocentric view that placed Earth at the center. While Copernicus' model offered a more accurate explanation of planetary motion and was supported by some astronomers, it faced strong opposition from the church and other scholars who were rooted in traditional beliefs. The model was not immediately accepted due to religious and philosophical reasons, as well as the lack of concrete evidence and observations at the time.
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