Astronomy-Space Science

EARTH RISE

 

 

What is Astronomy

  • A way to understand where we came from
  • Studies outside the atmosphere of Earth and beyond
  • Greek word “αστρονομία”
    ---“Astronomia”
    -----“ Law of the Stars”
  • Oldest Science
    ---Ancient man became more interested in celestial objects
Departments of Science Involved
  • Earth Sciences
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Extraterrestrial Biology

Astronomical Topics

LINKS!

Astronomical Games

Technical Definitions for Astronomical Terms

Sky Maps

Astronomy Magazine

A Practical Guide to Astronomy

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Other Astronomical Images

 

Created by: John Conte

November 14, 2006

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