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'X' is an Italian philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician. He was born in Pisa, Tuscany, on 15 February, 1564. His discoveries with the telescope revolutionised astronomy completely. It paved the way for the acceptance of the Copernican heliocentric system. Identify 'X'?
'X' is an Italian philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician. He was born in Pisa, Tuscany, on 15 February, 1564. His discoveries with the telescope revolutionised astronomy completely. It paved the way for the acceptance of the Copernican heliocentric system. Identify 'X'?
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The correct option is B Galileo Galilei
Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) played a key role in the history of natural sciences, mathematics, and astronomy. He used his knowledge and technical skills to improve upon the spyglass and build a telescope. His observations strengthened his belief in the Copernicus theory that all planets revolved around the Sun. However, due to his discoveries that were controversial at the time, he was accused of heresy (opposing Catholic Church's teachings). Thus, he was called to Rome to answer charges brought against him by the Inquisition (the legal body of the Catholic Church).
Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) played a key role in the history of natural sciences, mathematics, and astronomy. He used his knowledge and technical skills to improve upon the spyglass and build a telescope. His observations strengthened his belief in the Copernicus theory that all planets revolved around the Sun. However, due to his discoveries that were controversial at the time, he was accused of heresy (opposing Catholic Church's teachings). Thus, he was called to Rome to answer charges brought against him by the Inquisition (the legal body of the Catholic Church).
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