2022 Fall Final Exam Review

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What is a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that forms a recognizable pattern in the night sky, often named after mythological figures, animals, or objects.

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Which of the following is not a constellation: Orion, Ursa Major, Virgo, Saturn?

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Saturn is not a constellation; it is a planet.

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What is the distance from the Earth to the Sun called?

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The distance from the Earth to the Sun is called an astronomical unit (AU).

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What is a light year?

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A light year is the distance that light travels in one year, approximately 5.88 trillion miles.

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Who is credited with the development of the refracting telescope?

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Galileo is credited with the development of the refracting telescope.

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What causes high and low tides?

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High and low tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.

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What are Jupiter's four largest moons called?

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Jupiter's four largest moons are called the Galilean moons: Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.

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Who discovered Jupiter's four largest moons?

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Galileo discovered Jupiter's four largest moons.

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What is the Hubble Constant?

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The Hubble Constant is a value that describes the rate of expansion of the universe.

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What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

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Gravity is the force that keeps planets in orbit around the sun and governs the motion of celestial bodies.