Question

astronomy: orbital motion... complete this assessment to review what you’ve learned. it will not count toward your grade. why was the geocentric model of the solar system accepted by scientists for many years? select the two correct answers. (1 point) suitable technology was not available to disprove the model. the model accurately predicted the movements of the planets. the model described the solar system correctly. observations with telescopes confirmed the predictions made using the model. check answer remaining attempts: 3

Explanation:

1. For "Suitable technology was not available to disprove the model": In the past, technology like advanced telescopes or mathematical tools to accurately measure celestial motions was lacking, so it was hard to disprove geocentrism.
2. For "The model accurately predicted the movements of the planets": The geocentric model (with epicycles) could predict planetary positions well enough for practical purposes (like calendar making) in its time, so it was accepted.
3. "The model described the solar system correctly" is wrong because the heliocentric model is correct.
4. "Observations with telescopes confirmed the predictions" is wrong because telescopes later helped disprove geocentrism (e.g., seeing Venus phases that fit heliocentrism).

Answer:

A. Suitable technology was not available to disprove the model
B. The model accurately predicted the movements of the planets