The Solar System and orbits

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For many centuries, the geocentric model of the Solar System was the accepted scientific theory. In this model, the Earth is stationary at the centre, with the Sun, Moon, and planets orbiting it.

A simplified diagram of the geocentric model. At the center is a circle labeled 'Earth'. Surrounding the Earth are concentric circular orbits depicting the Moon, Mercury, Venus, the Sun, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn in orbit around the stationary Earth with outer stars located on a fixed sphere.

Explain how everyday observations made by people in ancient times supported the geocentric model.

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