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Astronomy is a branch of science that studies
the UNIVERSE beyond the earth. Astronermers
can use several methods to gather information
about the universe. The most popular because
of its relative simplicy and cheapness is the
TELESCOPE. The science of astronomny dates
back thousands of years. By studying the
night skies ancient people were able to
predict seasons and worship thier gods.
Some of the greatest wonders of the world
from the Pyramids to Stone Henge show how
important astronomy was to the ancient world.
See also RADIO_ASTRONOMY
Subject by: Malcolm Pett