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astrophysics
as-troh-FIHZ-ihks
Astrophysics (noun) means the branch of science that applies the laws of physics to study stars, planets, and other objects in space. Example: “The lecture covered the astrophysics of neutron stars.”
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The branch of science that applies the laws of physics to study stars, planets, and other objects in space.
"The lecture covered the astrophysics of neutron stars."
How to use astrophysics
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe branch of astronomy that focuses on the physics of stars, planets, and space phenomena.
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What does “astrophysics” mean?
The word “astrophysics” means the branch of science that applies the laws of physics to study stars, planets, and other objects in space. In plain terms, the branch of astronomy that focuses on the physics of stars, planets, and space phenomena.
How do you pronounce “astrophysics”?
“Astrophysics” is pronounced as-troh-FIHZ-ihks (/ˌæs.tɹoʊˈfɪz.ɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “astrophysics” in a sentence?
Here is “astrophysics” used in a sentence: “The lecture covered the astrophysics of neutron stars.”
What part of speech is “astrophysics”?
“Astrophysics” is a noun.
