The Universe Review

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What is the name of our galaxy?

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Our galaxy is called the Milky Way galaxy.

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What is the CMB (Cosmic Background Radiation)?

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The CMB is the remaining energy from the big bang.

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What is our sun classified as?

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Our sun is known as a Main Sequence Star.

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What is the biggest difference between a protostar and a main sequence star?

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Protostars do not engage in nuclear fusion.

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What are Light Years a measure of?

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Light Years are a measure of distance.

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What is a galaxy?

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A galaxy is a massive system that contains stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter.

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What is a black hole?

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A black hole is a region of space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

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What is the Big Bang Theory?

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The Big Bang Theory is the leading explanation about how the universe began, stating that it started from a singular point and has been expanding ever since.

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What is a star?

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A star is a luminous sphere of plasma held together by its own gravity, undergoing nuclear fusion.

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What is a nebula?

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A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.