5 Questions
Which force pulls everything towards the center of the earth?
Gravity
What is the unit of measurement used for distances in space?
Astronomical units
What is the purpose of a space telescope?
To collect information, pictures, and data of space
What can be found in space?
All of the above
How are space telescopes different from telescopes on Earth?
They can see further into space
Study Notes
Gravity and Space
- Gravity is the force that pulls everything towards the center of the Earth.
- In space, the unit of measurement used for distances is the astronomical unit (AU), light-year, or parsec.
Space Telescopes
- The purpose of a space telescope is to observe and study distant objects and events in space, such as stars, galaxies, and planets.
- Space telescopes can capture images and data that would be distorted or blocked by the Earth's atmosphere.
Objects in Space
- Space contains various objects, including stars, galaxies, planets, asteroids, comets, black holes, and nebulas.
Difference between Space Telescopes and Earth Telescopes
- Space telescopes are different from telescopes on Earth because they are designed to operate in the vacuum of space, without the interference of the Earth's atmosphere, which can distort and block light.
- Space telescopes can also observe wavelengths of light that are blocked by the Earth's atmosphere, allowing for a wider range of observations and discoveries.
Test your knowledge on astronomy orbit, gravity, orbital speed, distance, astronomical units, and light-years with this 5th grade quiz study guide. Learn about the path planets take around the sun, the force of gravity, how fast planets orbit, and the units used to measure distance in space.
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