Guide to Space
Who Discovered Gravity?
Among Sir Isaac Newton's many contributions to science was the discovery of gravity. one of the fundamental forces of the…
How Do We Know There’s a Planet 9?
Are you having trouble keeping track of all the planets in the Solar System? Good news! Astronomers have found evidence…
What Is The Surface of Neptune Like?
As a gas giant, Neptune has no surface, in the traditional sense. But atop its cloud layers, some pretty amazing…
What’s Outside the Universe?
I’ve said in the past that the Universe isn’t expanding into anything. But what if we’re living in a vast…
Are there Storms on the Moon?
We’re always concerned about the weather here on Earth, but what about the Moon? Is there any weather up there…
What Causes Air Pollution?
Air pollution is a major issue facing us Earthlings, and knowing its causes (both natural and man-made) is a key…
When Will Earth Lock to the Moon?
The Moon is tidally locked to the Earth so it always shows us the same face. But the Earth is…
Messier 11 (M11) – The Wild Duck Cluster
Welcome back to another edition of Messier Monday! Today, we continue in our tribute to Tammy Plotner with a look…
What Is The Electron Cloud Model?
The Electron Cloud Model was of the greatest contributions of the 20th century, leading to a revolution in physics and…
Venus Compared to Earth
Venus and Earth share many characteristics, being terrestrial planets, but are also significantly different. Here's how and where they differ...