Which planetarium theory did Peuerbach streamline?
Copernican
Keplerian
Galilean
Ptolemaic
Answer
Ptolemaic theory, proposed by the ancient Greek astronomer Ptolemy, was streamlined by Peuerbach, an Austrian mathematician and astronomer. Peuerbach simplified Ptolemy's complex planetary models, making them more accessible and accurate for calculations. He developed new mathematical techniques to determine planetary positions and motions, which improved the accuracy of astronomical predictions and laid the groundwork for future advancements in astronomy.
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