Unit 4, Week 4 Vocab

Front

What does the word 'specific' mean?

Back

Exact or clearly defined.

Front

What is a telescope?

Back

A tool that helps you see distant objects, especially in space.

Front

What does the word 'phases' refer to?

Back

Stages in a process or cycle.

Front

Who is an astronomer?

Back

A person who studies planets, stars, and the sky.

Front

What is a sliver?

Back

A thin, pointed piece of wood that has been broken.

Front

What does 'rotates' mean?

Back

To turn around a central point.

Front

What is the meaning of 'series'?

Back

A number of things or events of the same class coming one after another.

Front

Can a telescope be used to study stars?

Back

Yes, a telescope is used to observe stars and other celestial objects.

Front

What is an example of a phase in the moon's cycle?

Back

New moon, full moon, or crescent moon.

Front

What do astronomers use to observe planets?

Back

Telescopes.