Astronomy
2026 season
Type: Study
Divisions: C
Participants: Up to 2
Approx. Time: 50 minutes
Allowed Resources: See current‑year rules; policies vary by event and season.
High-level astrophysics and astronomy content with images and data interpretation.
- Stellar evolution; HR diagram; spectra
- Galaxies; cosmology basics; variable stars
- Imaging and data analysis; mission instrumentation
Allowed materials: Typically a binder/notes permitted; non-programmable calculator commonly allowed.
Official references
Sample notesheet
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Study roadmap
- Memorize key equations (distance modulus, Wien’s law)
- Practice interpreting spectra and photometry plots
- Study object lists and mission fact sheets