DSST Astronomy: Study Guide & Test Prep
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Course Description
Overview
Make studying for the Astronomy DSST exam simple with our fun and engaging test prep course. Short video lessons break down the more complex topics, and you can use the quizzes and practice tests to see how questions on the real exam may be structured on test day.
Syllabus
- Ch 1. History of Astronomy Basics
- Ch 2. How Scientists Think and Work
- Ch 3. Overview of Light in Astronomy
- Ch 4. Overview of Newton's Laws in Astronomy
- Ch 5. The Orbits of Celestial Bodies
- Ch 6. The Earth, Sky, and Moon Basics
- Ch 7. The Moon: Formation & Phases
- Ch 8. The Sun's Structure & Components
- Ch 9. The Solar System: Layout, Formation & Dating
- Ch 10. Characteristics of Our Solar System's Planets
- Ch 11. Small Celestial Bodies & Satellites in Our Solar System
- Ch 12. Measurement of Star Qualities
- Ch 13. Star Types and Significance
- Ch 14. The Birth and Life of Stars
- Ch 15. Basics of Star Death
- Ch 16. Neutron Stars & Black Holes
- Ch 17. The Milky Way Galaxy
- Ch 18. Galaxies: Properties & Characteristics
- Ch 19. The Universe: Key Concepts & Theories
- Ch 20. Intro to Life in the Universe
- Ch 21. Celestial Navigation & Timekeeping
- Ch 22. Overview of Telescopes
- Ch 23. DSST Informational Resources
- Ch 24. DSST Astronomy Flashcards
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