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Why do you think that astronomers are considered to be e Earth scientists?

Astronomers study celestial objects such as stars, planets, and galaxies, which are located in space above Earth. While astronomers may not focus on the geology or atmosphere of Earth, their work is still aligned with studying the natural phenomena of the universe, making them closely related to Earth scientists.


What do astronomers think about the possibility of planets orbiting other stars and being detected?

Astronomers believe that planets orbiting other stars, known as exoplanets, are common in the universe. They have been detected using various methods such as the transit method and radial velocity method. The discovery of exoplanets has greatly expanded our understanding of planetary systems beyond our own.


What did most ealy astronomers think made up the universe?

Early astronomers believed that the universe was made up of the Earth at the center, surrounded by concentric spheres holding the Moon, Sun, planets, and stars. This model of the universe, known as the geocentric model, was proposed by Ptolemy in the 2nd century.


What led to the discovery of the distant pulling planets?

The discovery of distant planets being pulled by unseen gravitational forces, such as exoplanets, was a result of advances in technology such as the development of powerful telescopes and space-based observatories that enabled astronomers to detect the subtle gravitational effects of these planets on their parent stars. The observations of these gravitational interactions allowed scientists to infer the presence of these unseen planets and characterize their orbits.


What planet contains craters making it look similar to earth's moon?

Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars all have impact craters. Earth's craters are subject to weathering, subduction and orogeny, erasing them from the surface after a time. Mercury is an airless world, geologically inactive, so it has preserved its craters from the beginning of the solar system. Mercury's appearance is most like that of our moon.

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Why do you think that astronomers are considered to be Earths Scientists?

Because they study many planets and their geography and atmosphere, in Earth Science you study the geology of Earth just like Astronomers study geology of other planets.


Would you think astronomers might have found all of the moons of the outer planets?

No, one cannot be sure.


Why do you think that astronomers are considered to be e Earth scientists?

Astronomers study celestial objects such as stars, planets, and galaxies, which are located in space above Earth. While astronomers may not focus on the geology or atmosphere of Earth, their work is still aligned with studying the natural phenomena of the universe, making them closely related to Earth scientists.


How large do astronomers think UB313 is?

Astronomers estimate that UB313, also known as Eris, is about 1,445 miles (2,326 kilometers) in diameter. It is one of the largest known dwarf planets in our solar system.


Why did early astronomers think that mercury was two separate planets?

Early astronomers observed that Mercury had two distinct elongated appearances: as a morning star and as an evening star. They mistakenly believed these were two separate planets when, in fact, it was due to Mercury's proximity to the Sun causing it to be visible at certain times from Earth.


Why do astronomers think that Pluto could have been a star?

Because of its minute size and shape, it is wayyyy smaller than the surrounding planets, and also its distance, it was far!


Astronomers can see planets because planets they?

reflect light from the sun, making them visible in the night sky. By observing the way a planet moves and changes position relative to the stars, astronomers can track its orbit and study its physical characteristics. Telescopes and other advanced technology help astronomers gather more detailed information about planets in our solar system and beyond.


What do astronomers think about the possibility of planets orbiting other stars and being detected?

Astronomers believe that planets orbiting other stars, known as exoplanets, are common in the universe. They have been detected using various methods such as the transit method and radial velocity method. The discovery of exoplanets has greatly expanded our understanding of planetary systems beyond our own.


Do astronomers think Pluto is a planet?

Astronomers think Pluto is a dwarf planet. And they're right.


Is there any possibility for the creation of new planets now?

yes, in 2015 scientists think new planets will be created


What is a special thing people will like mars to treavel on?

well i think the reason why people might like astronomers its because they would like to travel in the planets and learn somethings


How are many craters on mars?

72 craters are on mars. And a few more, I think.