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| − | '''Astronomy''' is the science of observing the [[heaven]]s. It has been studied since ancient times, forming a major part of the [[pagan]] religions of many early civilizations such as the [[Egpyt|Egyptians]] and the [[Aztecs]]. The great stone henge at [[Stonehenge]] in [[England]] is also thought to be an astronomical observatory. The handing down of complex astronomical teachings shows these early | + | '''Astronomy''' is the science of observing the [[heaven]]s. It has been studied since ancient times, forming a major part of the [[pagan]] religions of many early civilizations such as the [[Egpyt|Egyptians]] and the [[Aztecs]]. The great stone henge at [[Stonehenge]] in [[England]] is also thought to be an astronomical observatory. The handing down of complex astronomical teachings shows these early [[civilization]]s must have had formalized systems of [[education]]. |
Astronomy was crucial to the development of [[safe]] and accurate [[navigation]] for ships, and observations of the movement of [[heaven|heavenly bodies]] lead to the theories we know call [[physics]]. In fact astronomy and physics are still somewhat merged, some scientists calling themselves astrophysicists.<br /> | Astronomy was crucial to the development of [[safe]] and accurate [[navigation]] for ships, and observations of the movement of [[heaven|heavenly bodies]] lead to the theories we know call [[physics]]. In fact astronomy and physics are still somewhat merged, some scientists calling themselves astrophysicists.<br /> | ||
Revision as of 17:51, April 12, 2007
Astronomy is the science of observing the heavens. It has been studied since ancient times, forming a major part of the pagan religions of many early civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Aztecs. The great stone henge at Stonehenge in England is also thought to be an astronomical observatory. The handing down of complex astronomical teachings shows these early civilizations must have had formalized systems of education.
Astronomy was crucial to the development of safe and accurate navigation for ships, and observations of the movement of heavenly bodies lead to the theories we know call physics. In fact astronomy and physics are still somewhat merged, some scientists calling themselves astrophysicists.
EXTERNAL LINKS
The NASA Homepage
The NASA Planetary Photojournal
American Astronomical Society
British Astronomical Association
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