Science & Space Crossword — 30 September 2026

Across

1. 3. A system using two states, often in computing. (6)
2. 5. Soviet equivalent of an astronaut, exploring outer space. (9)
3. 7. Surgical instrument used for grasping tissue (7)
4. 8. Measurement of land area, often used in agriculture. (7)
5. 9. Celestial object emitting massive energy, often a galaxy's core. (6)
6. 12. Document granting rights for space exploration (7)

Down

1. 1. Relating to principles expressed in concise maxims (6)
2. 2. Regular patterns of change in natural phenomena. (6)
3. 4. Related to the energy from our nearest star. (5)
4. 4. Stanislaw Lem's acclaimed science fiction novel exploring consciousness. (7)
5. 6. Instrument used to observe distant celestial objects (9)
6. 9. To restrict energy levels in quantum mechanics, one must... (8)
7. 10. Relating to the stars or celestial bodies (6)
8. 11. Type of exercise that improves cardiovascular fitness. (7)