Question

why was it difficult for people to accept a heliocentric concept of the solar system?
scientists had no way to explain retrograde motion.
scientists did not check or confirm other scientists ideas.
information was published in italian and people could not understand it.
aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.

Explanation:

• Aristotle was a highly respected philosopher in ancient times. His geocentric view (Earth - centered solar system) was widely accepted.
• Religious teachings at that time often aligned with the geocentric model. For example, in some religious interpretations, Earth was seen as a special place (the center), which supported the geocentric idea.
• The heliocentric model (Sun - centered) challenged both the long - held philosophical view of Aristotle and the religious - supported geocentric concept.

Answer:

Aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.