Ancient Greek astronomer Aristarchus was the first person to present the theory that the sun is at the center of the solar system (heliocentrism). However in the 16th century, this Polish astronomer was first to formulate a scientifically based heliocentric study.
- Giovanni Cassini
- Thomas Harriot
- Nicolaus Copernicus
- Galileo Galilei
Answer
The correct answer is C) Nicolaus Copernicus.
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