Question

question 25 of 35
why were galileo galileis astronomical observations important to the scientific revolution?
a. they mathematically confirmed isaac newtons laws of motion and theory of gravity.
b. they demonstrated that the bible actually supported many new scientific discoveries.
c. they proved that an empirical approach could not be used in the study of physical motion.
d. they confirmed copernicuss controversial theory that the earth revolved around the sun.

Explanation:

Galileo Galilei's astronomical observations, such as those of Jupiter's moons and the phases of Venus, provided empirical evidence. Copernicus proposed the heliocentric model (Earth revolves around the Sun). Galileo's work supported this model. Newton's laws came later (so A is wrong). The Bible was often in conflict with new scientific ideas during the Scientific Revolution (so B is wrong). Galileo used an empirical approach (so C is wrong).

Answer:

D. They confirmed Copernicus's controversial theory that the Earth revolved around the sun.