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144:kinematics, and dynamics
2002:Extragalactic astronomy
1816:Galactic habitable zone
1801:Extragalactic astronomy
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915:Astrology and astronomy
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930:Astronomers Monument
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223:Interplanetary space
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33:is the study of the
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1760:Large quasar groups
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1478:Lyman-alpha emitter
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416:Astronomical object
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240:Interstellar medium
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