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Aleonysh [2.5K]
3 years ago
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In the introduction to his book Great Astronomers, Robert Stawell Ball states, “The history of astronomy thus becomes inseparabl

e from the history of the great men to whose labours its development is due.” Based on what you read in the Ptolemy section, how does Ball develop and refine this central idea in his book?
A-by relating anecdotes about specific astronomers and their relation with each other
B-by providing detailed historical backgrounds about the eras in which each astronomer worked
C-by providing biographical information about specific astronomers and their discoveries
D-by telling dramatic, engaging stories about the lives and works of ancient astronomers
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Elenna [48]3 years ago
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D is the best answer because Ptolemy was an ancient astronomer who had a great many of works and is considered by today's standards to be <span>a pro-astrological authority of the highest magnitude which is a pretty high and mighty standard considering. Also it just uses Ptolemy and describes him as a highest achievement astronomer and tells his story. He does not tell much about the era otherwise. C could also be a candidate because he is a specific astronomer and it talks about discoveries but A and B are not completely relevant.</span>
poizon [28]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

D-by telling dramatic, engaging stories about the lives and works of ancient astronomers

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