Vocabulary Assessment: Earth's Place in the Universe

Front

What is the scientific study of celestial bodies called?

Back

Astronomy

Front

What term describes the path an object takes as it revolves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit

Front

What is a galaxy?

Back

A large system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter.

Front

Which term refers to objects like stars and planets?

Back

Celestial

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the term for Earth's movement around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

What is a light year?

Back

A unit of distance in astronomy.

Front

What does the term 'universe' include?

Back

All of space and time

Front

What is an asteroid?

Back

A small rocky body that orbits the Sun.

Front

What causes an eclipse?

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A celestial body moving into the shadow of another body