I am in class 12 PCMB. I want to study astronomy. But I have no idea. Can you please tell me what should I do?

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    Bhargav C | Guide-Level 11

    8 years ago
    An astronomer' primary job is to find answers of unexplained astronomical events, in other words to explain the physics of the events.
    Hence, to make a career in astronomy/astrophysics, you need tofocus on physics, mathsand, to an extent, chemistry as well.You'll be required to do BSc and MSc in physics.Masters can be done with specialization in any physical science subject like Material Science, Applied Physics, Electronics etc. However, you should be reasonably clear with your understanding of Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics and Mathematical Physics as these are the fundamental subjects i
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