Practice mode Environmental Science

Who is regarded as the founder of modern astronomy?

Correct answer A. Nicolas Copernicus

Explanation

Copernicus proposed in 1543 that the Earth and other planets orbit the Sun, replacing the Earth-centred model and laying the foundation of modern astronomy.

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