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What is the primary force responsible for the formation and structure of galaxies?
What is the primary force responsible for the formation and structure of galaxies?
- Wind pressure
- Electromagnetic force
- Nuclear force
- Gravity (correct)
Which type of telescope is primarily used to observe distant galaxies and their formation?
Which type of telescope is primarily used to observe distant galaxies and their formation?
- Binoculars
- Refracting telescope
- Radio telescope (correct)
- Reflecting telescope
What is the significance of the Big Bang Theory in astrophysics?
What is the significance of the Big Bang Theory in astrophysics?
- It provides a model for the movement of planets.
- It explains the existence of black holes.
- It details the origin and expansion of the universe. (correct)
- It describes the formation of the Solar System.
Which of the following terms describes the distance that light travels in one year?
Which of the following terms describes the distance that light travels in one year?
Which phenomenon describes the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun that can result in a shadow on one of the bodies?
Which phenomenon describes the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun that can result in a shadow on one of the bodies?
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Big Bang Theory
Big Bang Theory
The theory describing the origin of the universe as a hot, dense state that expanded and cooled over time.
Galaxy
Galaxy
A large collection of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.
Sun
Sun
A region of space where nuclear fusion occurs, producing energy and light.
Gravity
Gravity
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Light-year
Light-year
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