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Astronomy Video Lecture | Geography for UPSC CSE

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1. What are the different types of celestial bodies studied in astronomy?
Ans. Astronomy studies various celestial bodies such as stars, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, galaxies, and nebulae.
2. How do astronomers measure the distance between celestial bodies in space?
Ans. Astronomers use methods like parallax, triangulation, and redshift to measure the distance between celestial bodies in space.
3. What is the significance of studying astronomy for understanding the universe?
Ans. Studying astronomy helps us understand the origin, evolution, and composition of celestial bodies, as well as the vastness and complexity of the universe.
4. How do astronomers classify stars based on their characteristics?
Ans. Astronomers classify stars based on their temperature, size, brightness, and color, categorizing them into different spectral types such as O, B, A, F, G, K, and M.
5. How do astronomers predict astronomical events like eclipses and meteor showers?
Ans. Astronomers use mathematical calculations, observations, and predictive models to forecast astronomical events like eclipses, meteor showers, and planetary alignments.
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