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21:23, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Supernova remnant (Created page with "'''Supernova remnant''' is an expanding structure of gas and dust produced by a supernova explosion. It consists of ejected stellar material interacting with the surrounding interstellar medium. Supernova remnants are discussed in astrophysics, high-energy astronomy, and studies of stellar evolution. == Status == Supernova remnants are observed across the electromagnetic spectrum, including radio, optical, X-ray, and gamma-ray wavelengths. Models of their expansion, sh...")
21:22, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Planetary nebula (Created page with "'''Planetary nebula''' is an expanding shell of ionized gas ejected from a low- or intermediate-mass star during the late stages of stellar evolution. It is illuminated by radiation from the remaining stellar core. Planetary nebulae are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and observational astronomy. == Status == Planetary nebulae are observed across multiple wavelengths, including optical and infrared. Models of their formation, morphology, and interaction w...")
21:22, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page White dwarf (Created page with "'''White dwarf''' is a compact stellar remnant formed after a low- or intermediate-mass star exhausts its nuclear fuel and expels its outer layers. It is characterized by high density and the absence of ongoing fusion reactions. White dwarfs are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and observational astronomy. == Status == White dwarfs are observed through optical, ultraviolet, and X-ray measurements. Models of their structure, cooling rates, and role in binar...")
21:22, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Red giant (Created page with "'''Red giant''' is a phase of stellar evolution in which a star expands and cools after exhausting hydrogen in its core. It is characterized by increased luminosity and a large radius relative to main-sequence stars. Red giants are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and observational astronomy. == Status == Red giants are observed across a range of stellar masses and compositions. Models of their internal structure, energy transport, and subsequent evolution...")
21:22, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Main-sequence star (Created page with "'''Main-sequence star''' is a star that is in a stable phase of stellar evolution characterized by sustained hydrogen fusion in its core. This phase occupies a well-defined region of the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram. Main-sequence stars are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and observational astronomy. == Status == Main-sequence stars are observed across a wide range of masses, temperatures, and luminosities. Models of their structure and lifespan are well...")
21:21, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Protostar (Created page with "'''Protostar''' is an early stage in the formation of a star, occurring after the collapse of a dense region within a molecular cloud. It is characterized by ongoing mass accretion and the absence of sustained hydrogen fusion in the core. Protostars are discussed in astrophysics, star formation theory, and observational astronomy. == Status == Protostars are identified through infrared and radio observations that penetrate surrounding dust and gas. Models of their accr...")
21:21, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Molecular cloud (Created page with "'''Molecular cloud''' is a dense region of the interstellar medium composed primarily of molecular hydrogen, along with dust and trace molecules. It is associated with low temperatures and high densities relative to surrounding space. Molecular clouds are discussed in astrophysics, galactic astronomy, and studies of star formation. == Status == Molecular clouds are observed through radio and infrared measurements, including molecular line emission and dust absorption....")
21:21, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Star formation (Created page with "'''Star formation''' refers to the physical processes by which dense regions within molecular clouds collapse to form stars. It involves gravitational contraction, radiative processes, and interactions with surrounding matter. Star formation is discussed in astrophysics, galactic astronomy, and plasma physics. == Status == Star formation is studied through observation of molecular clouds, protostellar objects, and young stellar populations. Models address the roles of...")
21:20, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Interstellar medium (Created page with "'''Interstellar medium''' is the matter that exists in the space between stars within a galaxy. It consists primarily of gas, dust, and cosmic rays and plays a role in star formation and galactic dynamics. The interstellar medium is discussed in astrophysics, galactic astronomy, and plasma physics. == Status == The interstellar medium is studied through observations across multiple wavelengths, including radio, infrared, optical, and X-ray. Models of its composition, s...")
21:20, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Space telescope (Created page with "'''Space telescope''' is an astronomical observatory placed outside Earth’s atmosphere to observe electromagnetic radiation from celestial objects. It is used to avoid atmospheric absorption, distortion, and background noise present in ground-based observation. Space telescopes are discussed in observational astronomy, astrophysics, and space science. == Status == Space telescopes operate across multiple wavelength ranges, including optical, infrared, ultraviolet, X-...")
21:20, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Radio telescope (Created page with "'''Radio telescope''' is an instrument designed to detect and measure radio-frequency electromagnetic radiation from astronomical sources. It is used to study objects and phenomena not observable at optical wavelengths. Radio telescopes are discussed in radio astronomy, astrophysics, and observational astronomy. == Status == Radio telescopes operate as single-dish instruments or as interferometric arrays. Developments in receiver technology, signal processing, and arra...")
21:19, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Telescope (Created page with "'''Telescope''' is an instrument used to collect and focus electromagnetic radiation from distant objects. In astronomy, telescopes are used to observe celestial bodies across a range of wavelengths. Telescopes are discussed in observational astronomy, optics, and astrophysics. == Status == Telescopes are deployed in ground-based and space-based configurations. Ongoing development focuses on increased sensitivity, resolution, and wavelength coverage. == Related topics...")
21:19, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Spectroscopy (Created page with "'''Spectroscopy''' is the study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation as a function of wavelength or frequency. In astronomy, it is used to analyze the composition, motion, and physical conditions of celestial objects. Spectroscopy is discussed in astrophysics, observational astronomy, and physical chemistry. == Status == Spectroscopic methods are widely used in ground-based and space-based observations. Advances in instrumentation and analysi...")
21:19, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Gravitational lensing (Created page with "'''Gravitational lensing''' refers to the deflection of light caused by the gravitational influence of mass along its path. It is a consequence of spacetime curvature described by general relativity. Gravitational lensing is discussed in astrophysics, cosmology, and observational astronomy. == Status == Gravitational lensing is observed in multiple regimes, including strong, weak, and microlensing. It is used to study mass distributions, dark matter, and distant astron...")
21:19, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Redshift (Created page with "'''Redshift''' refers to the increase in wavelength of electromagnetic radiation observed from a source moving away from an observer or embedded in an expanding spacetime. It is a key observational concept in astronomy and cosmology. Redshift is discussed in astrophysics, spectroscopy, and observational astronomy. == Status == Redshift is measured through spectral analysis of astronomical sources and is used to infer motion, distance, and gravitational effects. Its int...")
21:18, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Hubble's law (Created page with "'''Hubble's law''' describes the observed relationship between the distance to a galaxy and its recessional velocity. It is used to characterize large-scale cosmic expansion. Hubble's law is discussed in cosmology, extragalactic astronomy, and observational astronomy. == Status == The relationship is supported by redshift and distance measurements of galaxies. Its quantitative form has been refined through improved observations and calibration methods. == Related topi...")
21:18, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Cosmic expansion (Created page with "'''Cosmic expansion''' refers to the large-scale increase in distance between gravitationally unbound regions of the universe over time. It is inferred from observational evidence indicating that distant galaxies recede from one another. Cosmic expansion is discussed in cosmology, astrophysics, and observational astronomy. == Status == Cosmic expansion is supported by redshift measurements and distance observations of extragalactic objects. Its rate and long-term behav...")
21:18, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Big Bang (Created page with "'''Big Bang''' is a cosmological model describing the early expansion of the universe from a hot, dense initial state. It is used to account for large-scale cosmic structure, background radiation, and observed expansion. The Big Bang is discussed in cosmology, theoretical physics, and observational astronomy. == Status == The model is supported by multiple lines of observational evidence, including cosmic expansion measurements and the cosmic microwave background. Deta...")
21:17, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Cosmic microwave background (Created page with "'''Cosmic microwave background''' is electromagnetic radiation observed throughout the universe with a nearly uniform temperature. It is interpreted as a remnant of an early, hot phase in cosmic evolution. The cosmic microwave background is discussed in cosmology, astrophysics, and observational astronomy. == Status == The cosmic microwave background has been measured with increasing precision by ground-based and space-based instruments. Its temperature fluctuations an...")
21:17, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Dark matter (Created page with "'''Dark matter''' is a form of matter inferred from gravitational effects on visible matter, radiation, and large-scale structure. It does not emit, absorb, or reflect electromagnetic radiation in a directly detectable way. Dark matter is discussed in astrophysics, cosmology, and particle physics. == Status == Dark matter has not been directly detected. Its properties are inferred from observations such as galaxy rotation curves, gravitational lensing, and cosmic struc...")
21:16, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Quasar (Created page with "'''Quasar''' is a highly luminous active galactic nucleus powered by accretion onto a supermassive black hole. It is characterized by strong electromagnetic emission across a broad range of wavelengths. Quasars are discussed in extragalactic astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. == Status == Quasars are observed at large cosmological distances and are used to study early galaxy formation and large-scale structure. Models of their energy production and evolution conti...")
21:16, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Pulsar (Created page with "'''Pulsar''' is a rapidly rotating neutron star that emits periodic electromagnetic radiation detectable as regular pulses. It is associated with strong magnetic fields and precise rotational stability. Pulsars are discussed in astrophysics, stellar remnants, and high-energy astronomy. == Status == Pulsars are identified through radio, X-ray, and gamma-ray observations. Their timing properties are used to study neutron star physics, gravitational effects, and the inter...")
21:16, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Black hole (Created page with "'''Black hole''' is a region of spacetime in which gravitational effects prevent matter and radiation from escaping beyond a defined boundary. It is associated with extreme mass density and relativistic effects. Black holes are discussed in astrophysics, general relativity, and high-energy astronomy. == Status == Black holes are inferred through observational evidence such as gravitational effects on nearby matter and electromagnetic emissions from accretion processes....")
21:15, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Supernova (Created page with "'''Supernova''' is a transient astronomical event involving the rapid release of energy following the collapse or explosive disruption of a star. It is associated with the production and dispersal of heavy elements. Supernovae are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and nucleosynthesis. == Status == Supernovae are observed across the electromagnetic spectrum and, in some cases, through neutrino detection. Models of their mechanisms, progenitor systems, and re...")
21:15, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page A neutron star (Created page with "'''A neutron star''' is a compact stellar remnant formed from the gravitational collapse of a massive star following a supernova. It is characterized by extremely high density and strong gravitational and magnetic fields. Neutron stars are discussed in astrophysics, stellar evolution, and high-energy astronomy. == Status == Neutron stars are identified through electromagnetic observation and timing measurements, including radio pulsations and X-ray emission. Models of...")
21:14, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page A black hole (Created page with "'''A black hole''' is a region of spacetime in which gravitational effects prevent matter and radiation from escaping beyond a defined boundary. It is associated with extreme mass density and relativistic effects. Black holes are discussed in astrophysics, general relativity, and high-energy astronomy. == Status == Black holes are inferred through observational evidence such as gravitational effects on nearby matter and electromagnetic emissions from accretion processe...")
21:14, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Andromeda Galaxy (Created page with "'''The Andromeda Galaxy''' is a spiral galaxy located approximately 2.5 million light-years from the Milky Way. It is the largest galaxy in the Local Group and contains a large population of stars, gas, and dust. The Andromeda Galaxy is discussed in galactic astronomy, extragalactic astronomy, and cosmology. == Status == The Andromeda Galaxy has been observed telescopically for centuries and studied across the electromagnetic spectrum. Measurements of its structure, mo...")
21:14, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Milky Way (Created page with "'''The Milky Way''' is a barred spiral galaxy that contains the Solar System and a large population of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter. It is part of the Local Group of galaxies. The Milky Way is discussed in galactic astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. == Status == The Milky Way is studied through observation across the electromagnetic spectrum and through modeling of stellar populations and galactic structure. Its mass distribution, formation history, and large...")
21:13, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Oort Cloud (Created page with "'''The Oort Cloud''' is a hypothesized spherical distribution of icy bodies surrounding the Solar System at great distances. It is proposed as a source region for long-period comets. The Oort Cloud is discussed in planetary science, celestial mechanics, and models of solar system formation. == Status == The Oort Cloud has not been directly observed. Its existence and properties are inferred from the orbital characteristics of long-period comets, and its structure remai...")
21:13, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Kuiper Belt (Created page with "'''The Kuiper Belt''' is a region of the Solar System beyond the orbit of Neptune. It contains a population of icy bodies and is associated with the outer solar system and trans-Neptunian objects. The Kuiper Belt is discussed in planetary science, solar system dynamics, and studies of small Solar System bodies. == Status == The Kuiper Belt has been characterized through telescopic surveys and spacecraft observations. Models of its structure, population distribution, an...")
21:12, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Asteroid Belt (Created page with "'''The Asteroid Belt''' is a region of the Solar System located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It contains a large population of rocky bodies of varying sizes and compositions. The asteroid belt is discussed in planetary science, celestial mechanics, and studies of solar system formation. == Status == The asteroid belt has been observed telescopically for centuries and studied through spacecraft missions. Models of its origin, mass distribution, and dynamical...")
21:12, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page '''The Asteroid Belt (Created page with "'''The Asteroid Belt''' is a region of the Solar System located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It contains a large population of rocky bodies of varying sizes and compositions. The asteroid belt is discussed in planetary science, celestial mechanics, and studies of solar system formation. == Status == The asteroid belt has been observed telescopically for centuries and studied through spacecraft missions. Models of its origin, mass distribution, and dynamical...")
21:11, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Sun (Created page with "'''The Sun''' is a G-type main-sequence star located at the center of the Solar System. It is the primary source of gravitational influence and electromagnetic radiation for the system’s planets and smaller bodies. The Sun is discussed in stellar physics, heliophysics, and solar astronomy. == Status == The Sun is continuously observed using ground-based and space-based instruments. Models of its internal structure, energy generation, magnetic activity, and long-term...")
21:11, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Halley’s Comet (Created page with "'''Halley’s Comet''' is a short-period comet that orbits the Sun with a period of approximately seventy-six years. It is characterized by a nucleus composed of ice and dust and by the development of a coma and tail during perihelion passages. Halley’s Comet is discussed in astronomy, cometary science, and the study of small Solar System bodies. == Status == Halley’s Comet has been observed and recorded over multiple historical apparitions and studied through dire...")
21:11, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Vesta (Created page with "'''Vesta''' is a large asteroid located in the main asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It is characterized by a differentiated structure and a surface shaped by large impact events. Vesta is discussed in planetary science, meteoritics, and studies of early solar system formation. == Status == Vesta has been observed telescopically since the early nineteenth century and studied through spacecraft missions. Data from these observations inform models of...")
21:10, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Makemake (Created page with "'''Makemake''' is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt beyond the orbit of Neptune. It is characterized by a relatively high albedo and a surface composed primarily of frozen methane and other volatiles. Makemake is discussed in planetary science, solar system dynamics, and the study of trans-Neptunian objects. == Status == Makemake was identified in the early twenty-first century and classified as a dwarf planet. Ongoing observations contribute to models of its s...")
21:09, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Haumea (Created page with "'''Haumea''' is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt beyond the orbit of Neptune. It is characterized by an elongated shape, rapid rotation, and a surface dominated by crystalline water ice. Haumea is discussed in planetary science, solar system dynamics, and the study of trans-Neptunian objects. == Status == Haumea was identified in the early twenty-first century and later classified as a dwarf planet. Observations continue to inform models of its shape, rotation...")
21:09, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Eris (Created page with "'''Eris''' is a dwarf planet located in the scattered disk region beyond the Kuiper Belt. It is characterized by a large mass relative to other known dwarf planets and a highly eccentric orbit. Eris is discussed in planetary science, solar system dynamics, and the study of trans-Neptunian objects. == Status == Eris was identified in the early twenty-first century. Its discovery contributed to revisions in planetary classification. Observational data continue to inform...")
21:09, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Ceres (Created page with "'''Ceres''' is a dwarf planet located in the asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It is characterized by a roughly spherical shape and a composition that includes rock, ice, and hydrated minerals. Ceres is discussed in planetary science, solar system formation studies, and the study of small planetary bodies. == Status == Ceres was identified in the early nineteenth century and later classified as a dwarf planet. Observations from spacecraft and telesc...")
21:08, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Pluto (Created page with "'''Pluto''' is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt beyond the orbit of Neptune. It is characterized by a small size, an eccentric orbit, and a surface composed largely of volatile ices. Pluto is discussed in planetary science, solar system dynamics, and the study of trans-Neptunian objects. == Status == Pluto was observed telescopically in the twentieth century and reclassified as a dwarf planet in the early twenty-first century. Observational data from spacecraf...")
21:08, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Neptune (Created page with "'''Neptune''' is the eighth planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is an ice giant characterized by a deep atmosphere, strong winds, and a system of rings and moons. Neptune is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric physics, and celestial mechanics. == Status == Neptune has been observed telescopically since the nineteenth century and studied through limited spacecraft observation. Models of its internal structure, atmospheric dynamics, and magnetic field con...")
21:08, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Uranus (Created page with "'''Uranus''' is the seventh planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is an ice giant characterized by a large axial tilt, a methane-rich atmosphere, and a system of rings and moons. Uranus is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric physics, and celestial mechanics. == Status == Uranus has been observed telescopically since the eighteenth century and studied through limited spacecraft observation. Models of its internal structure, atmospheric composition, and mag...")
21:08, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Saturn (Created page with "'''Saturn''' is the sixth planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a gas giant distinguished by a prominent ring system and a large number of natural satellites. Saturn is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric physics, and celestial mechanics. == Status == Saturn has been observed telescopically since the early modern period and studied through spacecraft missions. Models of its internal structure, ring dynamics, and atmospheric behavior continue to be deve...")
21:07, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Jupiter (Created page with "'''Jupiter''' is the fifth planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a gas giant characterized by a large mass, a thick atmosphere, and an extensive system of moons. Jupiter is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric physics, and celestial mechanics. == Status == Jupiter has been observed since antiquity and studied through spacecraft missions. Models of its internal structure, atmospheric dynamics, and magnetosphere continue to be refined. == Related topics...")
21:07, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Mars (Created page with "'''Mars''' is the fourth planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a terrestrial planet with a thin atmosphere and surface features shaped by impact, volcanic, and erosional processes. Mars is discussed in planetary science, astrobiology, and comparative planetology. == Status == Mars has been observed telescopically and studied through multiple spacecraft missions. Interpretations of its geological history, climate evolution, and potential past habitability conti...")
21:07, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Earth (Created page with "'''Earth''' is the third planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a terrestrial planet with a solid surface, an atmosphere, and active geological and biological processes. Earth is discussed in planetary science, geophysics, climatology, and related fields. == Status == Earth is the subject of continuous observation and measurement. Models of its internal structure, climate system, and long-term evolution are actively developed and revised. == Related topics ==...")
21:07, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Venus (Created page with "'''Venus''' is the second planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a terrestrial planet with a dense atmosphere and a surface shaped by volcanic and tectonic processes. Venus is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric science, and comparative planetology. == Status == Venus has been studied through telescopic observation and spacecraft missions. Interpretations of its atmospheric evolution and surface history continue to be developed. == Related topics == ...")
21:06, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page Mercury (Created page with "'''Mercury''' is the innermost planet of the Solar System. It is a terrestrial planet characterized by a small radius, high density, and close proximity to the Sun. Mercury is discussed in planetary science, celestial mechanics, and comparative planetology. == Scope == Orbital properties and physical classification. == Status == Mercury has been observed telescopically since antiquity and has been studied through spacecraft missions. Models of its interior structure a...")
21:04, 25 January 2026 DanteWashere talk contribs created page The Moon (Created page with "'''The Moon''' is a natural satellite of Earth. It is associated with orbital dynamics, gravitational interaction, and the physical processes governing planetary bodies. The Moon is discussed in astronomy, planetary science, and geophysics. == Scope == Astronomical classification and general scientific context. == Status == The Moon is a persistent object of scientific observation and modeling. Interpretations of its origin and internal structure are subject to ongoin...")
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