Space-Related Terms

2. Probe An unmanned spacecraft sent to explore space and gather information.
3. Hole A region in space with extremely strong gravitational forces, where nothing can escape.
4. An icy celestial object that orbits the Sun, leaving a trail of gas and dust.
5. A celestial object made up of hot gases that emit light and heat.
7. An artificial object that orbits around a planet or a natural satellite.
9. A small rocky object that orbits the Sun, typically found in the asteroid belt.
10. A person trained to travel and work in space.
13. A huge system of billions of stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.
14. A large celestial body that orbits around a star, like the Sun.
15. A large cloud of gas and dust in space, often where stars are born.

1. A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.
6. A small particle from space that enters Earth's atmosphere, often called a shooting star.
7. The star at the center of our solar system that provides heat and light to Earth.
8. Earth's natural satellite that orbits around it.
11. Station A large spacecraft that serves as a home and workplace for astronauts in space.
12. An instrument that collects and magnifies light to observe distant objects in space.