Question 9 (1 point)

Question

Copernicus devised the heliocentric theory of the Solar System.

Why was his heliocentric theory NOT accepted at the time that he proposed it?

a
There wasn't enough observable evidence to confirm his theory
b
It went against the accepted scientific theories of Aristotle and Ptolemy at the time
c
It challenged the current religious teachings of the church at the time
d
All of the above
e
None of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is d. All of the above.

Copernicus' heliocentric theory faced multiple challenges, including a lack of observable evidence at the time, conflict with the established scientific views of Aristotle and Ptolemy, and opposition from the Church which held geocentric beliefs that aligned with their interpretations of scripture.