Astronomy Word Search
11 words · 12×12 grid
How to play: click (or tap) the first letter, drag to the last letter, then release. Words go in any direction, including backwards. Or download the PDF to solve on paper.
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Astronomy is the study of everything beyond our planet, from nearby rocks to the far edges of the cosmos. Within a galaxy, gravity binds billions of stars, some ending as the glowing cloud of a nebula. Closer to home, a comet trails ice and dust, an asteroid drifts between planets, and a meteor streaks across the night. With a telescope we can even glimpse a quasar, one of the brightest objects known. These eleven terms map the sky.
Frequently asked questions
What is a nebula in this astronomy word search?
A NEBULA is a vast cloud of gas and dust in space, often the birthplace of new stars or the remains of an old one.
What is the difference between a meteor and an asteroid?
An ASTEROID is a rocky body orbiting the Sun, while a METEOR is the streak of light made when a small piece burns up in the sky.
Does the PDF include an answer key?
Yes, the PDF has the puzzle on page one and the full answer key on page two.
