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Homework exercises  on Observations in Astronomy for a Physical Science course. Also refer to physics, science, space, stars, planets, moon, telescopes, universe,  education, distance learning, Ron Kurtus, School for Champions. Copyright © Restrictions

Observations in Astronomy - Homework

INSTRUCTIONS: Print out a copy of this homework assignment, answer the questions correctly and give or send the completed homework to your instructor.

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1. How did ancient people tell time?

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2. What device dramatically changed the course of astronomy? Why?

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3. How is a spectrometer used to measure the speed of a star?

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4. Where do we have these devices in space today?

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5. What is the definition of a light year?

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6. Name two famous constellations in the sky.

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