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Exploring Astronomy in History

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on historical perspectives on astronomy and its impact on science and medicine.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Science & Medicine
#Standard
#Source Analysis (Text)
#Astronomy
#Explain the historical significance of astronomical discoveries
#Compare different perspectives on astronomy's role in society
#Analyse the reliability of primary sources related to scientific progress

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Exploring Astronomy in History

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Source Analysis: The Impact of Astronomy on Society

Source A: Galileo's Letter on the Sun and Planets

"The Earth is not the center of the universe; rather, the Sun stands at the heart of the cosmos, and the planets, including Earth, revolve around it. This discovery challenges the long-held beliefs of the Church and the geocentric model. It opens new horizons for understanding our place in the universe and has profound implications for science and philosophy. The observations I have made through my telescope support these revolutionary ideas." Provenance: Galileo Galilei, 1610, letter to the Grand Duchess Christina, scientific report

1.
Explain what Galileo's main claim is in Source A about the solar system. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the purpose of Galileo's letter with the possible intentions behind it. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline how useful Source A is for understanding the history of astronomy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse the limitations of Source A as a historical source about astronomy. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
5.
Explain how the discovery of the heliocentric model impacted the relationship between science and the Church. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Compare Galileo’s ideas with the traditional view of the universe before his discoveries. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Analyse the significance of Galileo’s discoveries for the development of scientific thought. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
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Outline the importance of primary sources like Galileo’s letter for understanding historical scientific debates. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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