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Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena that originate outside the Earth's atmosphere. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including the study of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. Astronomers use observations and theoretical models to understand the origins, evolution, and properties of these celestial bodies and the universe as a whole. The history of astronomy dates back thousands of years, with early civilizations observing the night sky and developing systems to track the motions of celestial bodies for religious, agricultural, and navigational purposes. Ancient astronomers made important discoveries, such as the movements of the planets, the phases of the moon, and the existence of constellations.