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Basic Astronomy:
o Celestial coordinate systems
o Timekeeping and calendars
o Phases of the Moon, eclipses, and tides
o Motion of the Sun, Moon, and planets
2. Stellar Astronomy:
o Properties of stars (luminosity, magnitude, color, and spectral classification)
o Hertzsprung-Russell diagram
o Stellar evolution and the life cycle of stars
o Binary star systems
3. Solar System:
o Structure and composition of the Solar System
o Planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids
o Planetary atmospheres and geology
o Space missions and exploration
4. Galaxies and Cosmology:
o Structure and types of galaxies
o Milky Way galaxy
o Galaxy formation and evolution
o Large-scale structure of the Universe
o Big Bang theory and cosmic microwave background
o Dark matter and dark energy
5. Observational Astronomy:
o Telescopes and observational instruments
o Techniques of observation (photometry, spectroscopy, etc.)
o Data reduction and analysis
o Astronomical surveys and catalogs
6. Astrophysics:
o Gravity and orbital mechanics
o Radiative processes and energy transport
o Nuclear reactions and nucleosynthesis
o Black holes, neutron stars, and supernovae

Practical Skills:

 Solving mathematical and physics problems related to astronomy


 Analyzing observational data
 Conducting simple astronomical observations with telescopes or other instruments
 Understanding and using astronomical software and tools

Sample Problems:

 Calculations involving celestial mechanics and orbital parameters


 Analyzing light curves and spectra of celestial objects
 Determining distances, sizes, and masses of astronomical bodies
 Understanding the physics behind astronomical phenomena

Resources for Preparation:

 Textbooks on general astronomy and astrophysics


 Online courses and lectures in astronomy
 Research papers and articles on current astronomical discoveries
 Practice problems and past competition papers

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