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Nicolaus Copernicus was a Polish astronomer who lived from 1473 to 1543. He is best known for his theory that the Earth and other planets revolve around the Sun, which was a radical departure from the prevailing view that the Earth was the center of the universe. Copernicus's theory was not widely accepted until after his death, but it eventually led to a revolution in astronomy and science.
Here are some of the key points of Copernicus's life and work:
* Born in Toruń, Poland, in 1473
* Studied at the University of Kraków and the University of Bologna
* Became a canon in the Catholic Church
* Developed the heliocentric theory of the universe
* Published his theory in 1543, shortly before his death
* His theory was not widely accepted until after his death, but it eventually led to a revolution in astronomy and science
Copernicus's work was groundbreaking and had a profound impact on the way we understand the universe. His theory of heliocentrism was a major step forward in astronomy and helped to lay the foundation for modern science.
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