10 Questions
What is a galaxy?
A massive collection of gas, dust, and billions of stars held together by gravity
Why is it harmful to look directly at the sun for long periods?
It can hurt the eyes and cause sunburn
What helps people navigate if found in the night sky?
The North Star (Polaris)
Why do we see space objects only at night and not during the day?
The sun's light is too bright during the day
What is the moon's brightness in the night sky attributed to?
Reflection of the sun's light
How many phases does the moon have?
8 phases
Why is Polaris also known as the North Star?
It helps people determine the direction of North
What are constellations?
'Groups of stars that make special shapes'
'Orbit' refers to:
'Regular repeating paths that take one object around another'
What do we call the massive collection of gas, dust, and billions of stars held together by gravity?
Galaxies
Test your knowledge of key terms in astronomy such as universe, galaxies, solar system, celestial bodies, and constellations. Learn about different celestial objects and their characteristics.
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