Question

Question

Why was the Copernican model a controversial proposition? Select the three correct answers.(2 points)
Responses

It contradicted established scientific understanding.

It demoted Earth to just another planet.

It was a complex model.

It was mostly incorrect.

It contradicted religious doctrine of the time.

It was not supported by observations.

Answer 1

The correct answers are:

1. It contradicted established scientific understanding.
2. It demoted Earth to just another planet.
3. It contradicted religious doctrine of the time.