Glossary of Terms
A
Astrophysics
The branch of astronomy that deals with the physics of celestial objects, including stars, galaxies, and the interstellar medium.
E
Exoplanet
A planet located outside out solar system, orbiting a star other than the Sun.
H
Hubble Space Telescope
A space telescope launched by NASA, known for its contributions to astronomy and its high-resolution images of distant galaxies.
M
Mars Rover
A robotic vehicle designed to explore the surface of Mars, collecting data about the planet's geology and climate.
O
Orbital Mechanics
The study of the motion of objects in space under the influence of gravitational forces.