Astronomy Basics
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What is the general term for a theory that assumes Earth is at the center of the solar system or universe?

  • Geocentrism (correct)
  • Cosmic structure
  • Heliocentrism
  • Galactic theory

    • During which phase of the Moon is half of its illuminated disk visible from Earth?

  • New moon
  • Last-quarter phase
  • First-quarter phase (correct)
  • Full moon

    • What is the common feature among Stonehenge, the Templo Mayor, the Sun Dagger, and the Big Horn Medicine Wheel?

  • They were all used for astronomical observations (correct)
  • They were all used for military battles
  • They were all built by ancient Greeks
  • They were all built for religious ceremonies

    • What is the term for the two times of the year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon?

    <p>Solstices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the star also known as the North Star?

    <p>Polaris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest planet discovered before the invention of the telescope?

    <p>Jupiter</p> Signup and view all the answers

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