FAQ About Nicolaus Copernicus

Nicolaus Copernicus faced several challenges while developing his heliocentric model. Firstly, it was a radical departure from the widely accepted geocentric model endorsed by the Church and institutional authorities. He also had to rely on limited observational tools and data to make his calculations. Additionally, there was a reluctance to accept a model that contradicted the long-held beliefs and teachings of influential ancient philosophers such as Aristotle and Ptolemy.