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Astrophysics
Asˊtro-phys′ics
,Noun.
[
Astro-
+ physics
.] (Astron.)
The science treating of the physical characteristics of the stars and other heavenly bodies, their chemical constitution, light, heat, atmospheres, etc. It is a branch of astronomy.
Definition 2024
astrophysics
astrophysics
English
Noun
astrophysics (uncountable)
- The branch of astronomy or physics that deals with the physical properties of celestial bodies and with the interaction between matter and radiation in celestial bodies and in the space between them.
Derived terms
- geoastrophysics
Translations
interdisciplinary branch of astronomy and physics
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See also
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astrophysics on Wikipedia.Wikipedia