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Geocentrism

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The traditional astronomical model that Earth is at the center of the universe, supported by Church authorities and challenged by heliocentrism during the Scientific Revolution.

AP course connection

Topic 4.2: 4.2 The Scientific Revolution

Unit 4