Galaxia

High school (ages 12+)
Future & Imagination

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/galaxia

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the asimov's foundation universe?Galaxia is a hyper-advanced, planet-sized entity representing a superior form of Gaia
2. What is the botanical classification?Galaxia is a genus within the Iridaceae (iris) family of plants
3. What is Galaxia in science fiction?In Isaac Asimov's stories, Galaxia is a super smart planet that can influence the whole galaxy. It is more than a planet; it is a very advanced cosmic intelligence.
4. Is Galaxia a real plant?Yes, Galaxia is a real type of flower that belongs to the iris family. These plants have delicate, pretty flowers.

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