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Topic: Space

azimuthal

IPA: /ˌæzɪˈmjuːθəl/

KK: /ˌæzɪˈmjuːθəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of map projection that keeps the direction from a specific point accurate, or concerning angles measured in a horizontal circle.

Example: The azimuthal projection is often used in navigation to represent the shortest path between two points.

azimuthally

IPA: /ˈæzɪˌmʌθəli/

KK: /ˈæzɪˌmʌθəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the angle measured from a reference direction, usually in a horizontal plane.

Example: The satellite moved azimuthally to capture images of the Earth's surface.

baryonic

IPA: //ˌbɛrɪˈɒnɪk//

KK: /bɛrɪˈɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made up of baryons, which are subatomic particles such as protons and neutrons that make up the mass of atoms.

Example: The study of baryonic matter is essential for understanding the universe's structure.

blastoff

IPA: /ˈblæstɒf/

KK: /ˈblæstɔf/

noun

Definition: The moment when a rocket or spacecraft is launched into the air.

Example: The countdown ended, and the rocket's blastoff was a spectacular sight.

blueshift

IPA: /ˈbluːʃɪft/

KK: /ˈbluːʃɪft/

noun

Definition: A change in the wavelength of light that occurs when the source of the light is moving closer, resulting in shorter wavelengths.

Example: The blueshift observed in the light from the nearby star indicates that it is moving towards us.

blueshifted

IPA: /ˈbluːʃɪftɪd/

KK: /ˈbluːʃɪftɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing light or other electromagnetic radiation that has a higher frequency or shorter wavelength than it originally had, often due to the source moving closer to the observer.

Example: The light from the approaching star appeared blueshifted, indicating it was moving towards us.

bolide

IPA: /ˈboʊlaɪd/

KK: /ˈboʊlaɪd/

noun

Definition: A large meteor that produces a bright light and often explodes in the atmosphere.

Example: The bolide lit up the night sky as it streaked across the horizon.

celestial

IPA: /səˈlɛstʃəl/

KK: /səˈlɛs.tʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the sky, space, or the heavens; often used to describe things that are heavenly or divine.

Example: The stars are celestial objects that have fascinated humans for centuries.

noun

Definition: A being that comes from the sky or outer space, often considered to be a god or an angel.

Example: In many cultures, celestial beings are believed to watch over humans.

celestially

IPA: /səˈlɛsʧəli/

KK: /səˈlɛsʧəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the sky or outer space, often referring to heavenly bodies or the universe.

Example: The stars twinkled celestially in the night sky, creating a beautiful scene.

ceres

IPA: /ˈsɪəriːz/

KK: /ˈsɪərɪs/

noun

Definition: A dwarf planet located in the asteroid belt, known for being the largest object in that region, or a Roman goddess associated with agriculture and fertility.

Example: Ceres is considered the largest object in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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