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What is the logical way if any to prove that the Earth is round?

What is the logical way if any to prove that the Earth is round?

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Asked by Kenward, Last updated: Nov 20, 2024

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Cesar H. Pablo

Cesar H. Pablo

Cesar H. Pablo
Cesar H. Pablo, Journalist

Answered Nov 26, 2017

Searching for the actual horizon as well as realizing the exact contour associated with the planet isn't very precise. You will find individuals who want you to show how the earth is circular. Aristotle very first theorized how the planet had been circular. Columbus passed away thinking he demonstrated Aristotle's theory properly. However the actual verification arrived within the journey associated with Ferdinand Magellan, the real chief from the very first delivery to cruise entirely all over the world. Magellan had been the Colonial sailor man that investigated Asian countries.

Consequently, these folks found planet had been circular because of directly through paths at home. Addtionally, a simple way to prove it is that you can see more the higher up you are due to the Earth's arch.

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