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What is the atmosphere?
What is the atmosphere?
What is an astronaut?
What is an astronaut?
What is the purpose of a telescope?
What is the purpose of a telescope?
What can you see on a clear night in the sky?
What can you see on a clear night in the sky?
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What has the United States done?
What has the United States done?
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Is a new bicycle considered ancient?
Is a new bicycle considered ancient?
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Is the direction of rotation in this circle counterclockwise?
Is the direction of rotation in this circle counterclockwise?
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Would a student who is determined to get good grades do all their homework and do their best in class?
Would a student who is determined to get good grades do all their homework and do their best in class?
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Is an inner planet closer to the sun than an outer planet?
Is an inner planet closer to the sun than an outer planet?
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Does 'major' mean small or unimportant?
Does 'major' mean small or unimportant?
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Study Notes
Atmosphere and Space
- The Earth's atmosphere is not the part that is far away from Earth and contains the moon; it's the layer of gases that surrounds our planet.
- The moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth, and it's not part of the atmosphere.
Orbital Motion
- The Earth travels in an orbit around the Sun, which is a fundamental concept in understanding our solar system.
Planets
- A planet is not a small object that provides its own light and heat; it's a large, celestial body that orbits the Sun, and it's usually much bigger than smaller objects like moons or asteroids.
Telescopes
- Scientists use telescopes to observe objects that are far away from them, not in the same room; they help us study the universe and its many wonders.
Constellations
- On a clear night, you can see constellations, or groups of stars, that look like pictures when you connect the dots; they're a fun way to explore the night sky.
Astronauts
- An astronaut is someone who travels in outer space, often on a spacecraft or as part of a space mission.
Launch and Space Exploration
- The United States has launched many rockets into space, exploring the cosmos and expanding our knowledge of the universe.
Solar System
- Things associated with the Sun are called solar, not things associated with the moon; the Sun is the center of our solar system, and it gives us light and heat.
Vocabulary Review
- A new bicycle is not considered ancient.
- Counterclockwise movement is demonstrated by drawing a circle in a direction opposite to clockwise.
- A determined student will make an effort to do their homework and strive to perform well in class.
- An inner planet is located closer to the Sun compared to an outer planet.
- The term "major" implies something significant or important, not small or unimportant.
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Test your knowledge of basic astronomy concepts, including the Earth's atmosphere, planetary orbits, and celestial objects.