Planetary science is the study of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other objects in our solar system and beyond. It seeks to understand their formation, evolution, composition, and current states. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Formation and Evolution: Investigating how planets form from dust and gas, and how they change over time. Composition and Structure: … Read more
Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects (like stars, planets, comets, and galaxies) and phenomena that originate outside Earth’s atmosphere. It involves observing and interpreting the light and other radiation from these objects to understand their properties, origins, and evolution. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Observation: Astronomy relies heavily on observation using telescopes and … Read more