Copernicus's heliocentric model and Ptolemy's geocentric model were each developed to provide a description of the solar system. Both models had advantages that made each an acceptable explanation for motions in the solar system during their time. Sort each statement according to whether it is an advantage of the heliocentric model, the geocentric model, or both. Select the appropriate items to their respective bins. Heliocentric Rooted in widely accepted religious beliefs regarding Earth's place in the universe Explained planetary motions and brightness changes most simply Predicted planetary positions accurately over relatively short time periods Planetary orbits and motions based on Greek ideologies of perfect form and motion Geocentric Both geocentric and heliocentric

Copernicus's heliocentric model and Ptolemy's geocentric model were each developed to provide a description of the solar system. Both models had advantages that made each an acceptable explanation for motions in the solar system during their time. Sort each statement according to whether it is an advantage of the heliocentric model, the geocentric model, or both. Select the appropriate items to their respective bins. Heliocentric Rooted in widely accepted religious beliefs regarding Earth's place in the universe Explained planetary motions and brightness changes most simply Predicted planetary positions accurately over relatively short time periods Planetary orbits and motions based on Greek ideologies of perfect form and motion Geocentric Both geocentric and heliocentric