The Solar System and orbits

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In the past, astronomers used the model shown in the diagram below to describe the structure of the universe.

Diagram showing a historical geocentric model of the Solar System.

Compare this historical model of the Solar System with our modern heliocentric model.

In your answer, you should refer to:

  • the body at the centre of the system
  • the orbits of the planets (their shape and paths)
  • the celestial objects included in both models
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