Question

In the 1500's, Nicholas Copernicus introduced the Sun-centered model of the solar system. How did this model help scientists of the time better understand the solar system?

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Answer:

This model helped scientists get an idea of how the planets remain in place and a better idea of the climate of our own planet. It helped explain the different seasons we go through, the day/night cycle, the illumination of the moon, etc.