Definition: This is the process of acquiring general scientific knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and preparing oneself to make intelligent decisions about life.

the act or process of imparting or acquiring general knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and generally of preparing oneself or others intellectually for mature life. the act or process of imparting or acquiring particular knowledge or skills, as for a profession.

Explanation:

the planets have a circular orbit around the sun.