Astronomers use constellations to

locate and identify specific stars and other celestial objects

predict the weather patterns on Earth

study the behavior of marine animals

Why do we look for habitable zones?

To identify areas where conditions are suitable for life to exist.

To study the behavior of animals

To find the best vacation spots

What star property determines if it becomes a black hole?

Presence of a neutron star companion

The distance that light travels in one year.

The time it takes for light to travel around the Earth once.

The speed at which light travels in a vacuum.

The distance between the Sun and the Moon.

Can anything go faster than the speed of light?

No, nothing can go faster than the speed of light.

The speed of light can be surpassed under specific conditions.

Yes, many things can go faster than the speed of light.

Only certain particles can exceed the speed of light.

What happens to the wavelength and frequency of a wave as an object moves TOWARDS us?

Wavelength = decreases Frequency = increases

Wavelength = increases Frequency = increases

Wavelength = increases Frequency = decreases

Wavelength = decreases Frequency = decreases

An instrument used to analyze the properties of light over a specific portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.

A device used to measure temperature in a laboratory setting.

A tool for calculating the distance between celestial bodies.

A machine designed for underwater exploration.

Which of the following characteristics distinguishes Uranus from every other planet in our solar system?

it rotates on an axis tilted almost 90 degrees to the circle of its orbit

its atmosphere is made of gases

its orbit is significantly tilted relative to the orbits of the other planets

When does a planet move the fastest?

When it is furthest from the sun

Why is it hotter in the summer than in the winter?

The Earth's axis is tilted towards the Sun during the summer, causing more direct sunlight and higher temperatures.

The Earth's axis is tilted away from the Sun during the summer, causing lower temperatures.

The Sun is closer to the Earth in the summer, resulting in higher temperatures.

The Earth's rotation slows down in the summer, leading to increased heat.

What is an annular solar eclipse?

An annular solar eclipse is a type of solar eclipse that occurs when the Moon is farthest from the Earth, causing it to appear smaller than the Sun. As a result, the Moon does not completely cover the Sun, leaving a ring of sunlight visible around the edges.

An annular solar eclipse is a type of solar eclipse that occurs when the Moon is closest to the Earth, causing it to appear larger than the Sun.

An annular solar eclipse is a type of lunar eclipse that occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

An annular solar eclipse is a type of solar eclipse that occurs when the Moon is directly between the Sun and the Earth, completely blocking the Sun's light.

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What is our star called?

Moon

Mars

Mercury

Sun

2. The point in the sky directly above your head at any given time is called the

nadir

zenith

celestial pole

horizon point

bald spot

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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A proper experiment has _____ independent variables.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which planet has the Great Red Spot?

Mars

Uranus

Saturn

Jupiter

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Select the benefits of space telescopes.

No atmospheric issues

can be used 24/7

expensive

can be made quickly

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The main difference between a main sequence star and a proto star is

Main sequence stars are not formed from collapsing gas clouds like proto stars.

Proto stars are older than main sequence stars.

Main sequence stars are cooler than proto stars.

Main sequence stars are stable and undergo nuclear fusion, while proto stars are still in the process of forming and have not yet started nuclear fusion.

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A stellar nebula is

A moon orbiting a planet

A cloud of gas and dust in space where stars are born.

A type of black hole

A group of comets in the solar system

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Honors Astronomy Final

What is our star called?

2. The point in the sky directly above your head at any given time is called the

A proper experiment has _____ independent variables.

Which planet has the Great Red Spot?

Select the benefits of space telescopes.

The main difference between a main sequence star and a proto star is

A stellar nebula is

What color are cool stars?

Astronomers use constellations to

Liquid water can exist in the

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