Question

the image shows a diagram developed by a german astronomer in the 1600s. how did this diagram advance scientific thinking? the diagram showed that planets move in circular orbits around the sun, disproving the copernican model. the diagram showed that earth is closer to the sun than other planets, disproving the heliocentric theory. the diagram demonstrated the first law of planetary motion, proving the heliocentric theory. the diagram demonstrated the first law of planetary motion, proving the geocentric theory.

Explanation:

The diagram shows an elliptical orbit of a planet around the Sun, which is Kepler's first - law of planetary motion. This law supports the heliocentric theory. The Copernican model had circular orbits, and this diagram disproves that aspect. Also, it doesn't show Earth is closer to the Sun than other planets and doesn't support the geocentric theory.

Answer:

The diagram demonstrated the first law of planetary motion, proving the heliocentric theory.