Celestial Mechanics (Noun)
Meaning
The branch of astronomy concerned with the application of Newton's laws of motion to the motions of heavenly bodies.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The team of astronomers at the university specialized in celestial mechanics to better understand the paths of asteroids in our solar system.
- Their studies in celestial mechanics led to groundbreaking discoveries about planetary orbits.
- The invention of powerful telescopes revolutionized the field of celestial mechanics.
- Understanding celestial mechanics helps space agencies navigate new spacecraft through complex trajectories.
- Complex calculations were used in celestial mechanics to predict the occurrence of a rare lunar eclipse.