Astronomy Flashcards
1
Q
Define: Astronomical Unit
A
The Average Distance Between The Earth And The Sun
2
Q
Provide An Example For: LightYear
3
Q
What Is A Parsec????
A
A Unit Used To Define Large Distances
5
Q
What Is A Constellation? How Many Constellations Are There?
6
Q
Provide A Definition For Planetesimal.
7
Q
Define Protoplanetary
8
Q
How Does Nuclear Fusion Happen?
A
The Light Atoms Of Two Or More Nuclei Are Forced Together
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9
Q
What Are The Terrestial Planets
A
Mercury, Venus, Earth, And Mars
11
Q
What Is A Comet?
How Many Comets Have Passed Earth?
13
Q
What Does A Cosmologist Do?
A
Hes/Shes A Space Scientist That Studies How Space Evolves And Changes.
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14
Q
What Is Angular Velocity?
A
The Rate Of Movement Or Change Of An Object
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