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astrophysics is a noun.  Its 4 syllables, as tro phys ics, are pronounced as tro FIZZ iks.  

The only definition, in Astronomy, is:  That branch of astronomy which treats of the appearance and physical constitution of the heavenly bodies.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

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astronomy is a noun.  Definition 1 of 2 is: The science that treats of the heavenly bodies, their motions, magnitudes, distances, and physical constitution.  Definition 2 is:  A treatise on this science.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

treat as a transitive verb.  Definition 1 of 4 is:  To conduct oneself (in some specified manner) toward.  Definition 3 is:  To express or present in a certain manner, as in writing or speaking or in art.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

appearance is a noun.  Definition 1 of 2 is:  External show or aspect.  Definition 2 of 2 is:  That which appears or seems:  semblance.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

physical is an adjective.  Definition 1 of 6 is:  Relating to the material universe or to the physical sciences.  Definition 2 of 6 is:  Pertaining to material things, as opposed to mental, moral, or spiritual; especially relating to the human body apart from the mind or spirit; material; corporeal; as, physical resources.  Definition 3 of 6 is:  Of or pertaining to the properties, forces and phenomena treated of in physics, as opposed to chemical;  pertaining to molecular grouping, as opposed to internal structure of the molecule; hence, obvious to the senses; external; as, physical characteristics of a mineral; physical changes.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

constitution  is a noun.  Definition 2 of 5 is:  A system of related parts; composition or make-up; bodily frame or temperament.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

heaven is a noun.  Definition 2 of 6 is:  The region or regions surrounding the earth; especially, the the expanse over the earth which seems like a great dome; the sky; firmament; frequently used in the plural.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary

bodies is a noun, plural.  Definition 4 of 14 is:  The principal part or mass of anything.  Source:  Practical Standard Dictionary


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