Astronomy has been a source for myriad ideas influencing every subject. The stars have existed since the dawn of man. People have looked to the universe to determine physical location, gain spiritual direction and to track time. Many early scientists used astronomy to make careers for themselves and print their names in all the history books of time. Since the beginning of time, the stars and all of the heavens have been used not only …
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…It was also found that the sun was in certain positions in the sky at certain times of the day. By observing this they could break the day into pieces. Astronomy has been the basis for a great deal of progress for the human race. It has led to inventions, theories, and philosophies that have influenced every part of life. If people had never looked up, they would have never been able to look forward.