The Universe

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What is an astronomical unit?

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The average distance between the Earth and the Sun.

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How does the mass of a star compare to that of a planet and a galaxy?

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A star has more mass than a planet and less mass than a galaxy.

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What color shift indicates a star is moving away from the solar system?

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Red shift.

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What type of galaxy is characterized by a smooth, featureless shape?

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Elliptical galaxy.

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Which galaxy is known as our home galaxy?

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Milky Way.

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What is the definition of a galaxy?

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A massive system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.

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What is the difference between a star and a planet?

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A star generates its own light through nuclear fusion, while a planet does not.

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What is a nebula?

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A giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.

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What is the significance of the red shift in astronomy?

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It indicates that an object is moving away from the observer, suggesting the expansion of the universe.

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What are the three main types of galaxies?

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Spiral, elliptical, and irregular.