Astronomy Study Guide

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What is the correct order of the moon phases?

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new moon, 1st quarter, full moon, 3rd quarter

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What are meteors commonly referred to as?

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Shooting stars

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What is the movement of most galaxies in relation to Earth?

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Most galaxies are moving away from us.

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What is a key difference between a meteorite and a comet?

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A meteorite enters the Earth's atmosphere.

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What happens to the force of attraction between magnets as they move further apart?

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The force of attraction decreases.

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What is a comet primarily made of?

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Ice and gas.

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What is the term for the path that planets follow around the sun?

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Orbit.

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What is the main component of stars?

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Hydrogen and helium.

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What is the term for the explosion of a star at the end of its life cycle?

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Supernova.

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What do we call the area of space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing can escape?

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Black hole.