Module 1 Complete Glossary
All Terms from Lectures 1-13
Comprehensive vocabulary reference for Module 1: Foundations. Terms are organized by lecture and marked by importance.
How to Use This Glossary
This glossary contains all terms introduced in Module 1, organized by the lecture where they first appear.
Tier Legend:
- ★ Core terms — You should be able to define and use these on an exam
- ◇ Supporting terms — Helpful vocabulary; less likely to be tested directly
TipStudy Strategy
- Start with ★ Core terms — these are your priority
- Use the lecture headers to focus on specific topics
- Test yourself: cover the definition and try to explain from memory
- Cross-reference with the Concept Map to see how terms connect
Lecture 1: Spoiler Alerts — The Universe Is Weird
No glossary terms for lecture 1.
Lecture 2: Tools of the Trade — Math Survival Kit
No glossary terms for lecture 2.
Lecture 3: The Sky Is a Map
No glossary terms for lecture 3.
Lecture 4: Moon Geometry
No glossary terms for lecture 4.
Lecture 5: From Ancient Skies to Kepler’s Laws
No glossary terms for lecture 5.
Lecture 6: Newton’s Revolution — From Patterns to Physics
No glossary terms for lecture 6.
Lecture 7: The Cosmic Messenger — Light Carries Information
No glossary terms for lecture 7.
Lecture 8: Reading the Glow — Temperature Written in Light
No glossary terms for lecture 8.
Lecture 9: Decoding Starlight — Spectral Lines and Chemical Fingerprints
No glossary terms for lecture 9.
Lecture 10: Motion Revealed — Doppler Effect and the Astronomer’s Toolkit
No glossary terms for lecture 10.
Lecture 11: Our Cosmic Backyard — Solar System Architecture & Formation
No glossary terms for lecture 11.
Lecture 12: Climates and Exoplanets
No glossary terms for lecture 12.
Lecture 13: Are We Alone?
No glossary terms for lecture 13.
Alphabetical Index
For quick lookup, here’s an alphabetical listing of all Module 1 terms:
No glossary terms for module 1.