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Astronomy

Basic Astronomy Concepts

AB
AxisImaginary line that passes through the south and north pole of Earth
RotationEarth spinning on its axis
RevolutionThe movement of Earth around the sun
ForceA push or a pull
GravityA force that pulls all objects toward each other
SunspotsDark areas of gas on the surface of the sun
Solar FlaresEruptions on the sun's surface
CoreCentral region of the sun's interior
Gas GiantsAnother name for the outer planets
MercuryPlanet closest to the sun
NeptunePlanet farthest from the sun
OrbitThe path an object takes around the sun
AstronomyThe study of stars, moon and stars in space
Full MoonOccurs when the moon is entirely lit up
EarthOnly planet with known life
JupiterThis planet has the Great Red Spot
CometA collection of ice, dust and rock.
AsteroidRocky objects in space
Terresterial PlanetsAnother name for the inner planets
VenusThis planet is known as "Earth's twin"


8th Grade Science
Schoo Middle School
Lincoln, NE

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