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Common Astronomical Terms
1. Cosmos
• Definition: The universe regarded as a complex and orderly system.
2. Universe
• Definition: All existing matter and space considered as a whole; the cosmos.
3. Outer Space
• Definition: The physical universe beyond Earth’s atmosphere.
4. Dark Matter
• Definition: A type of matter hypothesized to account for a large part of the total mass in the universe, invisible through emitted light.
5. Dark Energy
• Definition: A mysterious force thought to be responsible for the accelerated expansion of the universe.
6. Cosmic Rays
• Definition: High-energy radiation that originates from outside the Earth’s atmosphere.
7. Cosmic Dust
• Definition: Tiny particles of matter floating in space, contributing to the formation of stars and planets.
8. Nebula
• Definition: A giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often serving as a nursery for new stars.
9. Galaxy
• Definition: A massive system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.
10. Milky Way
• Definition: The galaxy that contains our Solar System.
11. Star
• Definition: A luminous celestial body made of plasma, emitting light and heat from nuclear fusion reactions.
12. Planet
• Definition: A celestial body orbiting a star, massive enough to be rounded by its own gravity.
13. Asteroid
• Definition: A small rocky body orbiting the sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
14. Meteorite
• Definition: A fragment of a meteoroid that survives its passage through the Earth’s atmosphere and lands on the Earth’s surface.
15. Comet
• Definition: An icy, small Solar System body that, when passing close to the Sun, warms and begins to release gases, displaying a visible atmosphere or coma, and sometimes a tail.
16. Black Hole
• Definition: A region of space having a gravitational field so intense that no matter or radiation can escape from it.
17. Supernova
• Definition: A powerful and luminous explosion of a star, often resulting in a neutron star or black hole.
18. White Dwarf
• Definition: A small, dense star that is the leftover center of an old star, which has exhausted its nuclear fuel.
19. Red Dwarf
• Definition: A small and relatively cool star on the main sequence, either late K or M spectral type.
20. Wormhole
• Definition: A hypothetical tunnel connecting two separate points in spacetime, potentially allowing faster-than-light travel between them.
21. Astronomy
• Definition: The scientific study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole.
22. Astrophysics
• Definition: A branch of astronomy concerned with the physical nature of stars and other celestial bodies.
23. Astronaut
• Definition: A person trained to travel and perform tasks in space.
24. Spacecraft
• Definition: A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.
25. Satellite
• Definition: An artificial body placed in orbit around a planet to collect information or for communication.
26. Space Station
• Definition: A large artificial satellite used as a long-term base for manned operations in space.
27. Telescope
• Definition: An optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer, containing an arrangement of lenses or mirrors.
28. Observatory
• Definition: A location equipped for observing celestial events.
1. Interdimensional Intelligences (IMT): Beings possessing consciousness and intelligence that exist beyond our physical reality, capable of interacting across multiple dimensions.
2. Triangulars (TRS): Entities characterized by a triangular or polyhedral geometric form, often manifesting within specific light spectrums.
3. Smoke–Beings (SBX): Entities that initially appear as smoke or mist and subsequently transform into intelligent forms through interdimensional phenomena.
4. Transdimensional Guides (TGD): Beings that serve as guides, messengers, or observers in the evolutionary journey of intelligent civilizations.
5. Triangulants: Fourth-dimensional entities with angular faces, oval eyes, sharp jaws, and a form resembling a triangle or pyramid.
6. Semi–Presentials: Beings whose partial presence (e.g., face or eyes) manifests in our dimension, while the rest remains in another dimension.
7. Invisids: Entities from hidden dimensions that are typically invisible but can become apparent under certain conditions.
8. Pointaritions: Luminous or shadow-like points that appear momentarily, indicating the brief presence or transition of interdimensional beings.
9. Faceglows: Luminous or radiant faces that appear under specific lighting conditions, such as during sunset, emitting warm, orange light.
10. Layered–Beings: Entities with multilayered structures, partially existing in the physical dimension and partially in other dimensions.
11. Shapeshifting Entities: Beings capable of suddenly transforming from one form to another (e.g., snake to dragon, or dragon to bird).
12. Threshold Encounters: Moments when a person stands at the boundary between physical reality and another dimension, establishing a threshold connection with transdimensional beings.
13. Spherisens: Completely spherical beings made of plasma or light, with feminine faces featuring prominent lips, arched eyebrows, and penetrating eyes.
14. Plasmabans: Conscious plasma currents that sometimes appear with semi-human faces or as living energies in open spaces.
15. Beauterroroids: Entities with a blend of alluring beauty and mysterious fear, whose presence evokes a contradictory feeling of attraction and threat.
16. Gigantibellas: Gigantic faces with large eyes, massive jaws and mouths, yet exhibiting elements of elegance and beauty.
17. Daephoras: Beings resembling demons or malevolent spirits, but possessing an unusual visual appeal and beauty in their faces.
18. Facelites: Human-like faces appearing without physical bodies, detailed with features such as eyes, eyebrows, mustache, ears, and hair.
19. Spiritomorphs: Spirits taking full human form, appearing completely or partially, mirroring the human society in another dimension.
20. Cloudlets: Dwarf-like entities composed of cloud or mist, with transparent faces and peculiar movement patterns.
21. Aeralins: Airborne, lightweight beings, sometimes plasma-like or digital in appearance, emerging from the air or sky.
22. Biofariens: Beings from other worlds appearing with specific biological themes, resembling humans from cultural, technological, or ancient backgrounds.
23. Cinematic Veil Phenomenon (CVP): An interdimensional phenomenon where a layer of space acts like a thin cinema screen, displaying images from other dimensions.
24. Dimensional Reflectors (DRX): Interdimensional structures or phenomena capable of reflecting or transmitting energy, information, or even forms of beings between dimensions.