The branch of astronomy that focuses on the study of planets.
astronomy
There is a branch of astronomy called planetary astronomy that takes geology and uses it to examine other planets, so yes rocks are studied in astronomy.
Measuring the strength of planetary poles, surface navigation, etc.
Astronomy or Planetary Science
Planetary astronomy
Jurgen Rahe has written: 'Reports of planetary astronomy - 1992' -- subject(s): Satellites, Comets, Asteroids, Astronomy, Planets
Planetary science (and rarely, planetology) is the name given to the scientific discipline of the study of planets. This subdivides into more specific disciplines, including planetary astronomy, planetary geology, and geophysics.
One of the early "Greats" of astronomy, Keppler developed the Laws of Planetary Motion.
It is part of Kepler's laws of planetary motion.
Yes, there are various subfields in astronomy, such as astrophysics, cosmology, planetary science, and observational astronomy. Astrophysics focuses on the physics of celestial objects, cosmology studies the origins and evolution of the universe, planetary science delves into the study of planets and planetary systems, and observational astronomy involves data collection and analysis of astronomical phenomena. Each subfield offers unique perspectives and opportunities to explore the wonders of the universe.
Astronomy is the study of the Solar System. Planetary Science, or a Planetologist, studies the planets.
Ormsby MacKnight Mitchel has written: 'The planetary and stellar worlds' -- subject(s): Astronomy