What did Aristarchus estimate in his calculations?
The weight of the moon
The height of Mount Everest
The size and distance of the Sun and Moon from Earth
The circumference of the Earth
Answer
The size and distance of the Sun and Moon from Earth were estimated by ancient Greek astronomer Aristarchus of Samos. He utilized trigonometric calculations to determine the relative sizes of these celestial bodies and their approximate distances from our planet. Aristarchus's groundbreaking work marked significant progress in understanding the cosmos, paving the way for later discoveries in astronomy.
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