Galileo Galilei & the Heliocentric Revolution

The Heliocentric Theory

Galileo Galilei, the legendary Italian scientist, stood as a pivotal figure in the scientific revolution. His support for the heliocentric model, where the Earth orbits the Sun, was revolutionary at the time.

Galileo's Telescope

Despite facing opposition from the Catholic Church, Galileo's observations with his telescopes supported Copernicus's theory. His work laid the foundational stones for modern astronomy.

"All truths are easy to understand once they are discovered; the point is to discover them."

Explore Galileo's contributions and his impact on science, laying the groundwork for future astronomers.

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