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Exploring the

Wonders of the
Solar System
Journey through the celestial expanse and discover the wonders of
our cosmic neighborhood.

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Introduction to Astronomy
1 The Big Bang Theory
The prevailing cosmological model describing the universe's
origin and evolution.

2 Stars and Galaxies


Vast collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by
gravity, forming the building blocks of the universe.

3 Observational Astronomy
The study of celestial objects and phenomena using
telescopes, satellites, and other instruments.

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The Sun and its Planets
The Sun Inner Planets Outer Planets

A massive star that provides light Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune
and warmth, the central body of our rocky, dense planets with solid are gas giants, characterized by their
solar system. surfaces. large size and gaseous composition.

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Moons, Asteroids, and Comets
1 Moons 2 Asteroids 3 Comets
Natural satellites orbiting Rocky bodies, remnants of the Icy bodies with a distinctive tail,
planets, varying in size, early solar system, found originating from the outer
composition, and geological mainly in the asteroid belt reaches of the solar system.
activity. between Mars and Jupiter.

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Celestial Events and Phenomena
Eclipses

Meteor Showers

Supernovae

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Stargazing and Telescopes
Telescope Type Description

Refracting Uses lenses to focus light, ideal for


observing planets and bright
objects.

Reflecting Uses mirrors to collect and focus


light, suitable for observing faint
and distant objects.

Schmidt-Cassegrain Combines features of both


refracting and reflecting
telescopes, offering a compact
design.

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Careers in Astronomy

Astronomical Planetarium Telescope Data Analyst


Researcher Educator Operator
Analyzes and interprets
Conducts scientific Educates the public about Operates and maintains astronomical data,
research on celestial astronomy and space telescopes, ensuring identifying patterns and
objects, phenomena, and science, presenting accurate data collection trends, and contributing to
the universe's origins. engaging shows and and observations. scientific discoveries.
programs.

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Resources and Further Learning

NASA Website Astronomy Magazines Online Astronomy


Courses
Provides information, images, and Publications like "Sky & Telescope"
videos from NASA missions and and "Astronomy" offer in-depth Platforms like Coursera and edX
research. articles and updates. offer courses covering various
aspects of astronomy.

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