Domain 6: Astronomy

The earth’s atmosphere is the part that is far, far

away from Earth and contains the moon.

• Yes

• No

When you throw a ball into the air, the earth’s gravity

brings it back to the ground.

• Yes

• No

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The earth travels in an orbit around the sun.

• Yes

• No

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A planet is a large object that provides its own light

and heat.

• Yes

• No

A meteor is a rock that flies through outer space.

• Yes

• No

Astronomers use telescopes to look at tiny objects

such as bugs.

• Yes

• No

Constellations: If you look up in the night sky, you might

see constellations, or groups of stars, that look like pictures.

• Yes

• No

An astronaut is someone who travels in outer

space.

• Yes

• No

Launch: Many scientists work together to launch rockets into

space.

• Yes

• No

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Solar: Things associated with the moon are called solar.

• Yes

• No

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