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Astrophysics

Noun CEFR C1
ˌæs.tɹoʊˈfɪz.ɪks

Definitions

The branch of astronomy or physics that deals with the physical properties of celestial bodies and with the interaction between matter and radiation in celestial bodies and in the space between them.

uncountable

Equivalents

Españolastrofísica
Françaisastrophysique
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Examples

The fact is, dark energy is the biggest mystery in science. It has driven a huge amount of research in the past decade, and was a key driver in last year’s “New Worlds, New Horizonsreport from the National Academies of Science, which prioritized future astronomy and astrophysics projects.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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