Tycho Brahe Differed from Copernicus in That

question 4

Multiple Choice

Tycho Brahe differed from Copernicus in that:

• A) he openly opposed the Church.
• B) he believed theory, not observation, was the tool to unlock the secrets of the universe.
• C) he did not believe the earth orbited the sun.
• D) he had powerful patrons.
• E) his work was sponsored by the Church.

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