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Astronomy
The scientific study of celestial objects, including planets, stars, galaxies, and other cosmic phenomena, is known as astronomy. It is an area of natural science that explores the beginnings, development, and characteristics of these celestial bodies. To view and study the cosmos, astronomers use sophisticated telescopes, spacecraft, and observatories. The study of stars is a basic component of astronomy. Stars are categorized by astronomers according to their brightness, size, temperature, and makeup. They also study stellar events to learn about the behavior and life cycle of these massive bright objects, such as black holes, pulsars, and supernovae. Astronomy also studies planetary systems both inside and outside of our solar system. Numerous worlds orbiting far-off stars have been found through the quest for exoplanets; some of these planets may contain circumstances conducive to life. Important facets of this discipline include the study of potential habitability, geology, and planetary atmospheres. In addition, astronomy studies galaxies, which are enormous systems of gas, dust, and stars. Astronomers work to comprehend the origin, structure, and development of galaxies, which come in a variety of sizes and forms. They research supermassive black holes, which have a significant influence on the dynamics and evolution of galaxies. All things considered, astronomy is crucial to solving the universe's riddles, deepening our understanding of it, and illuminating our place in its vastness of space.
  • 1. Which famous astronomer formulated the laws of planetary motion?

    86115 a. Isaac Newton
    86116 b. Galileo Galilei
    86117 c. Johannes Kepler
    86118 d. Nicolaus Copernicus
    • Answer : c. Johannes Kepler
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    2. What is the term for a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky?

    86111 a. Galaxy
    86112 b. Constellation
    86113 c. Nebula
    86114 d. Solar System
    • Answer : b. Constellation
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    3. What is the process by which a solid changes directly into a gas without passing through the liquid state?

    86107 a. Sublimation
    86108 b. Condensation
    86109 c. Evaporation
    86110 d. Freezing
    • Answer : a. Sublimation
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    4. What is the name of the first man-made satellite launched into space?

    86103 a. Apollo 11
    86104 b. Hubble Space Telescope
    86105 c. Sputnik 1
    86106 d. Voyager 1
    • Answer : c. Sputnik 1
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    5. What is a supernova?

    86099 a. An exploding star
    86100 b. A type of galaxy
    86101 c. A massive asteroid
    86102 d. A planet with rings
    • Answer : a. An exploding star
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    6. What is the phenomenon where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight?

    86095 a. Lunar eclipse
    86096 b. Solar eclipse
    86097 c. Halley's comet
    86098 d. Meteor shower
    • Answer : b. Solar eclipse
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    7. What is the largest planet in our solar system?

    86091 a. Jupiter
    86092 b. Saturn
    86093 c. Uranus
    86094 d. Neptune
    • Answer : a. Jupiter
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    8. What is a black hole?

    86087 a. A region of space with extremely high gravitational pull
    86088 b. A star that has exploded
    86089 c. A planet that cannot support life
    86090 d. A type of galaxy with no stars
    • Answer : a. A region of space with extremely high gravitational pull
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    9. What is a light-year?

    86083 a. The time it takes light to travel in a year
    86084 b. The distance light travels in a year
    86085 c. The brightness of a star compared to the Sun
    86086 d. The size of a star compared to the Sun
    • Answer : b. The distance light travels in a year
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    10. What is the process by which stars generate energy?

    86079 a. Fusion
    86080 b. Fission
    86081 c. Combustion
    86082 d. Evaporation
    • Answer : a. Fusion
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    11. What is the nearest star to Earth (other than the Sun)?

    86075 a. Alpha Centauri
    86076 b. Sirius
    86077 c. Proxima Centauri
    86078 d. Vega
    • Answer : c. Proxima Centauri
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    12. What is the name of our galaxy?

    86071 a. Andromeda Galaxy
    86072 b. Milky Way Galaxy
    86073 c. Sombrero Galaxy
    86074 d. Pinwheel Galaxy
    • Answer : b. Milky Way Galaxy
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    13. Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?

    86067 a. Mars
    86068 b. Venus
    86069 c. Jupiter
    86070 d. Mercury
    • Answer : a. Mars
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    14. What is the study of celestial objects and phenomena called?

    86063 a. Meteorology
    86064 b. Astronomy
    86065 c. Geology
    86066 d. Botany
    • Answer : b. Astronomy
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