Space-Themed Greek and Latin Roots

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What does the root GRAV mean?

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heavy, weighty

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What does the root ASTRO / ASTER mean?

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star, heavenly body

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What does the root TERRA mean?

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earth, land

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What is an astronaut?

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A person who travels to space.

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What does the word terrestrial relate to?

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It relates to land or earth.

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What is gravity?

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The force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth.

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What does the prefix 'astro-' indicate?

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It indicates something related to stars or celestial bodies.

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What does the suffix '-naut' mean?

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It means traveler or sailor.

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What is an asteroid?

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A small rocky body orbiting the sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt.

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What does the term extraterrestrial mean?

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It refers to anything that originates outside of Earth.