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    • Access Point Number: SC.8.E.5.In.8  
      Access Point Description: Identify that long ago people thought the Sun traveled around Earth (geocentric model) until scientists proved otherwise.

      Access Point Category: Independent  
      Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08  
      Big Idea Earth in Space and Time - The origin and eventual fate of the Universe still remains one of the greatest questions in science. Gravity and energy influence the formation of galaxies, including our own Milky Way Galaxy, stars, the planetary systems, and Earth. Humankind’s need to explore continues to lead to the development of knowledge and understanding of the nature of the Universe.

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      »  SC.8.E.5.8: Compare various historical models of the Solar System, including geocentric and heliocentric.
          Depth of Knowledge: Moderate     l Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08        
          This benchmark belongs to: Earth in Space and Time


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      » Galileo: Sun-Centered System
      Before the 17th century, people generally believed that Earth was at the center of the universe. Galileo, however, was not afraid to challenge existing beliefs when he published his work in support of the Sun-centered, or heliocentric, Copernican...    ...read more       		 Video / Audio / Animation (Primary Type)

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