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Apply the scientific method and other critical thinking models to
astronomical phenomena for hypotheses development, experimental
design, data acquisition, and data analysis. (I- XIII)
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Explain the application of fundamental physical principles to various
astronomical phenomena. (I-XIII)
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Describe in terms of energy, wavelength and frequency the various
portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. (I)
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Explain what information can be obtained by spectral analysis. (I)
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Describe the physical properties of the sun. (II)
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Explain various techniques used to provide estimates of some
fundamental properties of stars. (III, IV)
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Describe binary star systems and star clusters. (IV)
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Explain the significance of the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram. (IV)
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Describe the composition of the interstellar medium and its effects on
radiation. (V)
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List the possible steps in the formation of stars. (VI)
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Describe the birth, life, and death of both low-mass and high- mass
stars. (VII)
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Describe the final remnants of both low-mass and high-mass stars.
(VIII)
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Describe the contents and structure of the Milky Way galaxy. (IX)
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Describe the classification and distribution of galaxies. (X)
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Explain the significance of HubbleÕs Law. (X)
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Describe possible models which account for active galaxies. (XI)
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Describe current cosmological models and their implications on the
past and the future. (XII)
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Explain the probability of extraterrestrial intelligence and the
possibility of extraterrestrial communication. (XIII)
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