Across
- 2. System A system of planets and other celestial bodies that orbit a star, such as the sun.
- 3. A small, rocky object that orbits the sun, typically found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
- 4. A celestial body that emits light and heat due to nuclear reactions in its core.
- 6. Hole A region in space where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape.
- 9. A large, diffuse cloud of gas and dust in space, where stars are often born.
- 10. A natural satellite that orbits a planet, including Earth's moon.
- 11. Station A large spacecraft in orbit around Earth where astronauts live and work.
- 12. A celestial body that orbits a star, including Earth.
- 13. A massive system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.
- 14. A small celestial body entering the Earth's atmosphere, often referred to as a shooting star.
Down
- 1. A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.
- 2. An object that orbits a celestial body, often referring to artificial satellites launched by humans.
- 5. An optical instrument that gathers and magnifies light to observe distant objects in the sky.
- 7. A small celestial body that orbits the sun and develops a glowing tail when near it.
- 8. A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern, often named after mythological figures or animals.