Geocentric model Geocentric model In astronomy, the geocentric model (also known as geocentrism, or the Ptolemaic system) is a superseded description of the Universe with Earth at the center. Under the geocentric model, the Sun, Moon, stars, and planets all orbited Earth. The geocentric model served as the predominant description of the cosmos in many ancient civilizations, such as those of Aristotle and Ptolemy. Two observations supported the idea that Earth was the center of the Universe. First, from anywhere on Earth, the Sun appears to revolve around Earth once per day. While the Moon and the planets have their own motions,
First term of Fernando Chui as Chief Executive of Macau First term of Fernando Chui as Chief Executive of Macau The First term of Fernando Chui Sai On as Chief Executive of Macau, officially considered part of "The 3rd term Chief Executive of Macau", relates to the period of governance of Macau since the transfer of sovereignty of Macau, between 20 December 2009 and 20 December 2014. Fernando Chui Sai On was elected in mid 2009 by 300-member Selection Committee as the second Chief Executive of Macau. The policy bureaux were under several reorganisations during the term as following: The Executive Council was presided by President Fernando Chui Sai On