Q. Consider the following statements regarding Eratosthenes:- He was the first to calculate the Earth’s circumference with remarkable accuracy.
- He coined the term ‘Geography’.
- He prepared a world map with parallels and meridians.
- He proposed the heliocentric theory of the solar system.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer:
Only 1, 2 & 3
Notes: Eratosthenes accurately calculated Earth’s circumference, coined the term 'Geography', and prepared a map with parallels and meridians. However, he did not propose the heliocentric theory of the solar system; this was done by Aristarchus of Samos. Therefore, only statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct.