Space Objects
A huge system of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.
galaxy
A large baleen whale with long flippers and a humped back.
humpback whale
A person who studies the natural world through observation and experiment.
scientist
To watch carefully, especially in order to learn something.
observe
The sun together with the group of planets and other bodies held by its gravity.
Solar System
A small, rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found between Mars and Jupiter.
asteroid
A sea animal with a soft, round body and eight long arms.
octopus
An instrument used to make distant objects appear nearer and larger.
telescope
Magnificent and impressive in appearance or size.
grand
A piece of rock or metal from space that has landed on Earth's surface.
meteorite
The galaxy that contains our Solar System.
Milky Way
A type of large, brown seaweed that grows in underwater forests.
kelp
A building equipped with telescopes for studying the stars and planets.
observatory
Eager to know or learn something.
curious
The presence of harmful substances or waste in the environment.
pollution
A celestial object of ice and dust that develops a long, bright tail when near the sun.
comet
A long, slender sea animal with ten arms and a soft body.
squid
A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.
spacecraft
To take air into and expel it from the lungs.
breathe
All of space and everything in it, including stars, planets, and galaxies.
universe
A large, round object in space that orbits a star.
planet
A ridge of rock, coral, or sand at or near the surface of water.
reef
A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a tool or piece of equipment.
device
Not making or accompanied by any sound.
silent
The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without restraint.
freedom