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astronomy
Definition
- Since the dawn of humanity, the motion of the sun, moon, and stars has both intrigued humans and been instrumental in helping impose order on time through the creation of lunar, solar, and luni-solar calendars. Numerous ancient cultures in diverse geographic locations devised sophisticated calendars based on astronomical observations to regulate events within their societies such as crop planting, tides, religious rites, and ceremonies. [Source: Encyclopedia of Giftedness, Creativity, and Talent; Astronomy]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/astronomy
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