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Use mathematical or computational representations to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.

  1. Planets

    Catching a Comet’s Tail

    A closeup visit by a NASA spacecraft helps show how a comet gets its shape.

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  2. Space

    Big galaxy swallows little galaxy

    Astronomers find a convincing case of a large galaxy caught in the act of eating a smaller one.

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  3. Planets

    A planet’s slim-fast plan

    A planet orbiting very close to its sun can quickly lose weight.

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  4. Space

    Black holes that burp

    Some black holes in outer space may actually spit out as much material as they suck in.

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