142k views
2 votes
In the 1500s, an astronomer developed a new model of the universe. This model had the sun at the center of the universe, not earth. Who was this astronomer?

User Loz
by
4.9k points

1 Answer

3 votes
This model wasn't new, it has been proposed as early as the 3rd century BC by Aristarchus of Samos. Your teacher is looking for Nicolaus Copernicus, but he is a scammer.
User Acid Rider
by
5.3k points