Which of these sentences correctly states the significance of Galileo's observation that Jupiter has satellites (moons)?
A) The observation showed that Jupiter must be 4 times the size of Earth (because Jupiter has four moons and Earth has one).
B) The observation showed that bodies can orbit an object other than Earth.
C) The observation was interesting but had no other particular significance.
D) The observation showed that Jupiter must orbit the Sun, not Earth.

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Galileo's observation of moons orbiting Jupiter was significant because it provided evidence that not all celestial bodies orbit the Earth, challenging the geocentric model of the universe and supporting the heliocentric model.

Which of These Sentences Correctly States the Significance of Galileo's