Astronomy Review Part 1

Astronomy Review Part 1

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
HS-ESS1-2, HS-ESS1-3, HS-PS2-4

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why may have ancient cultures studied astronomy?

Back

For timekeeping purposes, for timing agriculture (planting and harvesting), for astrology or religion, for historical record keeping, all of the above.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of the model of the universe that places the Sun at the center?

Back

Heliocentric Model.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the first American to orbit the Earth?

Back

John Glenn.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'Zodiac' refer to?

Back

A group of constellations lying near the ecliptic.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the Ptolemaic model of the solar system?

Back

Geocentric.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary purpose of a telescope in astronomy?

Back

To observe distant celestial objects.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a star?

Back

A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear fusion.

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