The Ptolemaic model of the universe included each of the following features, except one. Which one is the exception?
A) The Sun and the Moon revolve around Earth.
B) The planets move in circular orbits called epicycles. The centers of the epicycles move along circular orbits called deferents.
C) Comets are within Earth's atmosphere.
D) The apparent daily motion of the stars is due to the rotation of Earth.
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