Astrometry: A Journey Through the Heavens
Description: Astrometry: A Journey Through the Heavens | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: astrometry astronomy stars planets constellations |
What is the primary goal of astrometry?
Which instrument is commonly used in astrometry to measure the positions of stars?
What is the name of the reference frame used in astrometry to define the positions of stars?
What is the term used to describe the apparent movement of stars as the Earth orbits the Sun?
Which astrometric technique allows astronomers to measure the distances to nearby stars?
What is the name of the phenomenon that causes the gradual shift in the orientation of Earth's axis over time?
Which astrometric technique involves measuring the proper motions of stars to study their kinematics?
What is the name of the satellite mission launched by the European Space Agency to measure the positions and motions of stars with high precision?
Which astrometric technique involves measuring the positions of stars relative to each other to detect binary star systems?
What is the term used to describe the apparent change in the position of a star due to the Earth's rotation?
Which astrometric technique involves measuring the positions of stars over time to detect and characterize exoplanets?
What is the name of the phenomenon that causes the positions of stars to appear to move in a small circle over time?
Which astrometric technique involves measuring the positions of stars to study the structure and dynamics of our galaxy?
What is the term used to describe the apparent change in the position of a star due to the Earth's orbital motion around the Sun?
Which astrometric technique involves measuring the positions of stars to detect and study double star systems?