When Did Humans First Learn That Earth Is Not the Center

question 111

Multiple Choice

When did humans first learn that Earth is not the center of the universe?

• A)about 2000 years ago
• B)around the time that early humans acquired language
• C)within the past 500 years
• D)We haven't; there is still considerable scientific debate about whether Earth is the center of the universe.

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