Astronomy and Aerospace Science

a scientist who studies or observes planets, stars, and other happenings in the universe

The astronomer discovered a new exoplanet using advanced telescope technology.

a scientist who studies the physical properties and phenomena of celestial objects and the universe as a whole

The astrophysicist analyzed data from the telescope to understand the formation of galaxies.

a building with a dome in which moving images of planets, starts, and constellations are projected for educational or entertainment purposes

The school field trip included a visit to the planetarium to learn about the solar system.

a building where scientists observe stars, meteors, the weather, etc. using equipment such as telescope

any of the rocky bodies orbiting the sun, ranging greatly in diameter, also found in large numbers between Jupiter and Mars

Scientists study asteroids to learn about the early solar system and potential threats to Earth.

a piece of rock or metal from space that has hit the surface of the earth

Scientists analyzed the composition of the meteorite that fell in the desert last month.

the path an object in the space follows to move around a planet, star, etc.

The satellite was placed into a stable orbit to continuously monitor weather patterns from space.

an exploding star that as a result is emitting a very large amount of light, more than the sun

A supernova is a powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a massive star's life cycle.

a specific group of stars that form a pattern and have a name related to their shape

Orion is a well-known constellation visible in the winter sky.

an object in space that is a mass of ice and dust and when it nears the sun it starts illuminating in the shape of a tail

Halley's Comet is one of the most famous comets, visible from Earth approximately every 76 years.

a small, dense, and faint stellar remnant that is left after a medium-sized star exhausts the nuclear fuel in its core and undergoes gravitational collapse

A white dwarf is the final stage in the life cycle of a sun-like star after it has exhausted its nuclear fuel.

a planet that is outside the solar system

Astronomers have discovered thousands of exoplanets orbiting stars beyond our solar system.

a region in the solar system located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, populated by numerous small celestial bodies called asteroids

The asteroid belt contains millions of asteroids ranging in size from small rocky fragments to larger bodies several hundred kilometers across.

a procedure to remove or destroy tissue, often used for treating tumors or cardiac rhythm issues

Linda had an ablation to eliminate an irregular heartbeat.

the outer layer of the Sun's atmosphere, observable as a plasma halo during a solar eclipse

During a total solar eclipse, the corona of the Sun becomes visible as a radiant halo around the moon.

to become wider at one end or toward the bottom

The bell-bottom trousers flared at the bottom, creating a fashionable and retro look.

involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope

the round top of a volcano

The scientist studied the formation of the crater after the volcanic eruption.

a unit of mass used in astronomy, defined as the mass of the Sun

an entity or being originating from or existing outside Earth

The movie features an extraterrestrial who befriends a young boy.

the visible surface of a star, including the Sun, where energy is emitted as light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation

The photosphere of the Sun appears as a bright, glowing disk when observed with proper solar filters.

a period during which the sun or moon is temporarily obscured by the shadow of another celestial body

We watched the solar eclipse through special protective glasses.

situated or occurring between stars or within the space that exists between stars

Interstellar travel involves journeying between star systems within the Milky Way galaxy or beyond.

a glowing cloud of gas and dust in outer space, often the result of a star explosion or formation

The Orion Nebula is a famous example of a stellar nursery.

a natural light display in the Earth's polar regions, caused by the collision of charged particles from the sun with atoms in the Earth's atmosphere

The breathtaking aurora danced across the night sky, painting it with vibrant hues of green and purple.

a celestial body that orbits the Sun and has sufficient mass for its gravity to pull it into a nearly spherical shape

related to or occurring in the sky or outer space

Celestial navigation uses the positions of stars to determine the direction and location of a vessel.

to investigate or explore in depth in order to find out more information

The journalist probed into the company's finances to uncover any potential corruption.

a vehicle designed to travel in space

The spacecraft was launched to explore Mars and collect data about the planet's surface and atmosphere.

to start an organized activity or operation

They plan to launch a marketing campaign to promote the event.

a designated area at a spaceport or rocket launch site where rockets or spacecraft are positioned and prepared for liftoff

The astronauts boarded the spacecraft on the launch pad before their mission to the International Space Station.

someone who leads a wandering unsettled life

the fundamental change of power, government, etc. in a country by people, particularly involving violence

The revolution led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic.

the science and practice of designing, building, and operating aircraft, including airplanes and spacecraft

Aeronautics engineers work to improve fuel efficiency in aircraft engines.

a type of solar eclipse where the moon, passing between the earth and the sun, appears smaller than the sun, creating a ring of sunlight around the darkened moon

During an annular eclipse, observers in the path of the eclipse see a ring of sunlight encircling the Moon, creating a spectacular "ring of fire" effect.

a model of the celestial sphere, historically used to depict and study the positions of celestial objects, consisting of a series of hoops representing important circles in the sky

The armillary sphere was used by astronomers in ancient Greece to demonstrate the motions of stars and planets.

a small, natural glassy object formed from terrestrial debris ejected during meteorite impacts, known for its smooth texture and found in strewn fields across the Earth's surface

Collectors often seek out tektites for their unique origin and striking appearance.