Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole. It involves observing and analyzing stars, planets, galaxies, and cosmic phenomena to understand their origins, evolution, and properties.
Cosmology: The study of the origin, evolution, and eventual fate of the universe.
Astrophysics: The branch of astronomy that deals with the physics of celestial objects and phenomena.
Celestial Mechanics: The branch of astronomy that studies the motions and gravitational interactions between celestial bodies.