Abby Cessna
Volume of the Planets
[/caption] There are a number of measurements that astronomers use, including mass, surface area, diameter, and radius, to determine the the…
What are Planetoids?
Planetoid is another term for asteroids, which are also called minor planets. Planetoids are small celestial bodies that orbit the…
Mythology of the Planets
[/caption] Thousands of years ago, ancient civilizations turned to the heavens, marveling at their wonders. These ancient people worshipped various…
Surface of the Planets
[/caption] People have been intrigued for centuries by whether life could exist on other planets. While we now know that…
Protoplanets
[/caption] Protoplanets are small celestial objects that are the size of a moon or a bit bigger. They are small…
Nine Planets
[/caption] For seventy-six years, ever since Pluto was discovered in 1930, we had 9 planets in our Solar System. This all…
Giant Planets
[/caption] While the inner four planets seem large, they are nothing compared to the four outer planets, which are also…
Beyond the Solar System
[/caption] You are probably somewhat familiar with our Solar System. At least you most likely know that there are eight…
All the Planets
[/caption] Since 2006, due to a controversial decision by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) that demoted Pluto to a dwarf…
Planetesimals
[/caption] A planetesimal is an object formed from dust, rock, and other materials. The word has its roots in the…