copernicus

• Имя собственное, относящееся к конкретному человеку или конкретному лунному объекту, в зависимости от контекста.

A proper noun referring to a specific person or a specific lunar feature, based on the provided context.

uncountable · proper noun

1. B2formalscientific

   Nicolaus Copernicus, a Polish astronomer who formulated a model of the solar system with the Sun at its center, challenging the earlier geocentric model.

   Польский астроном

   • Copernicus published his revolutionary theory in 1543.
   • The Copernican model placed the Sun, not the Earth, at the center of the universe.
   • Many scholars initially rejected Copernicus's ideas.

2. Lunar craterC1formalscientific

   A prominent impact crater on the Moon, named after the astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus.

   Коперник

   • The Copernicus crater is easily visible through a telescope.
   • Astronauts studied the rays of the Copernicus crater during the Apollo missions.
   • The crater Copernicus is one of the most prominent features on the lunar surface.