development in astronomy

Who invented the first telescope for astronomical studies?

• A. Isaac Newton

• B. Galileo Galilei

• C. Nicolaus Copernicus

• D. Johannes Kepler

What is the main function of a telescope in astronomy?

• To measure the temperature of stars

• To magnify images of celestial objects

• To detect radio waves

• To determine eclipse dates

What is the name of the model of the solar system that places the Sun at the center?

• Geocentric Model

• Heliometric Model

• Heliocentric Model

• Astrometric Model

Which scientist introduced the Heliocentric Model?

• Nicolaus Copernicus
• Ptolemy

• Galileo Galilei
• Johannes Kepler

What was Edwin Hubble’s major discovery in astronomy?

• Light travels faster than sound.
• The universe is expanding.
• Galaxies are stationary.
• The universe is static.

Which tool was used by ancient people to study the movement of stars?

• Telescope
• Compass
• Sextant
• Astrolabe

Which of the following is an astronomical phenomenon?

• Volcanic eruption
• Solar eclipse
• Tornado
• Rainbow

What is the name of the space telescope launched in 1990?

• Kepler Space Telescope
• Hubble Space Telescope
• Chandra X-ray Observatory
• James Webb Space Telescope

What was the first artificial satellite launched into space?

• Sputnik 1
• Explorer 1
• Vanguard 1
• Apollo 11

What is the main purpose of a satellite?

• To provide entertainment through broadcasting
• To serve as a power source for Earth
• To create weather patterns in the atmosphere
• The main purpose of a satellite is to collect and transmit data for communication, navigation, and observation.