Astronomy Unit 3 Test Review
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the declination in celestial coordinates?
Back
Declination is the angle between an object in the sky and the celestial equator, measured in degrees north or south.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the North Celestial Pole?
Back
The North Celestial Pole is the point in the sky that is directly above Earth's North Pole, and it is where the North Star (Polaris) is located.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many official constellations are recognized today?
Back
There are 88 officially recognized constellations.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Polaris and why is it important in astronomy?
Back
Polaris, also known as the North Star, is important because it is located nearly at the North Celestial Pole, making it a key reference point for navigation.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the celestial sphere?
Back
The celestial sphere is an imaginary sphere surrounding Earth, onto which all celestial bodies can be projected.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the position of constellations change with seasons?
Back
Constellations appear to change position in the sky with the seasons due to Earth's orbit around the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between right ascension and declination?
Back
Right ascension is the celestial equivalent of longitude, while declination is the equivalent of latitude.
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