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Astronomy: Astronomy (from Greek: ἀστρονομία) is a natural science that
Astronomy: Astronomy (from Greek: ἀστρονομία) is a natural science that
Astronomy: Astronomy (from Greek: ἀστρονομία) is a natural science that
Astronomy
Astronomy is one of the few sciences in which amateurs play an active role. This is especially true for the
discovery and observation of transient events. Amateur astronomers have helped with many important
discoveries, such as finding new comets.
Contents
Etymology
Use of terms "astronomy" and "astrophysics"
History
Ancient times
Middle Ages
Scientific revolution
Observational astronomy
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