Many scientists believe the Universe began with a big bang. However, they have never been sure as to how the radiated and subatomic particles joined together to form the planets and stars seen today. Recently, information obtained from the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy, or SOFIA, provided a glimpse into how galaxies form and evolve. SOFIA's Unique Ability [...]
Space is such an enigma. There so many aspects of the universe that remain unexplored and offer unlimited potential. As such, it is a source of endless fascination for droves of spectators who are drawn to the complexities that are hidden within the cosmos and throughout its vastness. With that in mind, here are five [...]
Of course, when it comes to things like galaxies, the word “tiny” is relative. This heretofore unknown galaxy, christened Bedin I, is 3000 light years across. This means that it takes light 3000 years to cross from one end to the other. As for mileage, consider that one light year is 5.88 trillion miles. But the galaxy [...]
The space program belonging to the People's Republic of China began during the 1950s. At that time, the country developed a ballistic missile program when they felt threatened by the United States and Russia. However, space exploration did not begin until 2003 when Yang Liwei entered space aboard the Shenzhou 5. The program continually evolved over the [...]
Comet Wirtanen passed extremely close to Earth earlier this month and its approach was observable several days in advance. Up to a week in advance of its arrival, the comet could be observed with the naked eye in parts of Ireland. It was also observed and reported by Astronomy Ireland, a nonprofit educational organization based [...]
It is common knowledge that most of the stars that are detected on the space are binary stars or something close to that. There have been serious questions as to how these types of stars are formed. There have been several methods through which the binary star systems are formed. The problem is brought about by the [...]
The ultimate speed limit that can be achieved according to physics at this points is the speed of light. As Einstein stated, the speed of light is always the same no matter if the light ray is reaching toward the observer or moving away from them. As long as an object is comprised of matter, [...]
Space. It’s vast, and, as far as we know, never-ending. Because of this, it technically means that we will always have something new to learn. However, that doesn’t mean that we haven’t learned a great deal already. In fact, we technically know more about our solar system than we do our own oceans. With that [...]
Space has always been, and will always be, a mystery. As humans, we have naturally looked to the skies in hopes of finding the answers to life’s greatest mysteries. While scientists both past and present have worked tirelessly to provide answers, there are still an overwhelming number of questions that we, as a society, have. [...]
Space, as I’ve mentioned before, is an incredibly strange void. Although we know a great deal about space and it functions relatively routinely, there are still some aspects and events that almost defy expectations. Because of this, space offers some of the strangest and most unique events known to man. Being the astronomy fanatic that [...]
