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  • A vivid image of space showing a multitude of stars amid a blue and red gas cloud
    By Joe Roberts 7 months ago

    Astronomy Vs. Astrology Explained: Two Disciplines A Universe Apart

    Both astronomy and astrology were born of human fascination with the stars. Despite their common origins, however, the two fields have very little in common.

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  • A digital rendering of the Earth in space with continents visible from afar
    By Eric James Beyer 7 months ago

    If Earth Stopped Spinning, Here's What Would Happen (And It's Terrifying)

    The rotation of the Earth plays no small part in life as we know it. So if the planet were to stop spinning, then the results would be devastating

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  • Concept of Mars with craters peaking up into space background
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    The Exciting Secret Martian Ice Could Be Hiding

    Mars has long been a prime target when it comes to human exploration, and the secrets concealed by Martian ice just make the planet even more fascinating.

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  • Depiction of Earth in space with Moon on its northwest side
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    Times Earth Actually Had A Second Moon

    The idea that Earth has only one moon is considered to be true, but that isn't always the case. In fact, sometimes, it's had more moons than you'd expect.

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  • Comet with bright, long tail
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    When The Devil Comet Has Been Closest To Earth And What Inspired Its Name

    Quite a few comets pass through Earth's orbits every year, but the so-called devil comet earned a rather unique nickname. Here's the reason why.

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  • view of sun peaking out behind Venus
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    Venus Has An Unusual Number Of Moons (& The Sun Might Be To Blame)

    Venus may be Earth's celestial twin in a lot of ways, but it has some pretty notable differences. Its moon situation, in particular, sets it apart.

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  • The Moon in starlit sky
    By Elias Nash 7 months ago

    Why It's Impossible For A Moon To Be Bigger Than Its Planet

    Few moons are as large as Earth's in relation to their planet. While it's impossible for a moon to be bigger than its planet, they can get quite close.

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  • full moon rising over a lake
    By Daniel Allen 7 months ago

    The Phenomenon Of Super Blue Moons Explained

    The phenomena of blue moons and super moons are not as uncommon as you might think. But the two combined is a rare event indeed, and here are the reasons why.

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  • Bright star in a night sky surrounded by smaller stars
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    That Bright Star In The East Isn't A Star At All

    If you've been seeing a strangely bright star in the sky, there's a good chance it's not actually a star at all. Here's an explanation for what you're seeing.

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  • meteor shower over pine woods
    By Daniel Allen 7 months ago

    The Northern Taurids Meteor Shower Explained

    Seeing a meteor shower can be an unforgettable experience, and in the fall, the Northern Taurids grace the night sky. Here's all you need to know about them.

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  • northern lights over mountain and sea
    By Daniel Allen 7 months ago

    The Best Time To See The Northern Lights By Season And Location

    The aurora borealis, or northern lights, are one of nature's most spectacular displays. For the best viewing experience, picking the right time is crucial.

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  • composite image of the Sun
    By Elias Nash 7 months ago

    The Sun's Death Won't Be An Explosion. It Will Be Much, Much Slower

    The sun has been our source of energy for billions of years. While some wonder if it will eventually explode, it won't, but its death will be much slower.

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  • Shooting stars in the night sky above mountain cabins
    By Eric James Beyer 7 months ago

    How To Increase Your Chances Of Seeing A Shooting Star

    Shooting stars have long inspired wonder in people, but just how hard is it to catch sight of them? There are a few tricks you can use to up your chances.

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  • View of meteor shower through the tops of pine trees with the Milky Way in the background
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    The Rare Double Meteor Shower Explained

    Meteor showers are extremely popular astronomical events, and understandably so, but did you know it's possible to see two of them at the same time?

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  • Water as seen on Earth's surface with stars and Milky Way in the background
    By Tiffany Betts 7 months ago

    The Unexpected Place We Found Water Beyond Earth

    Finding water on other planets is always exciting, but it's turned up somewhere unexpected. Not only that, but the water there has some interesting properties.

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  • question mark galaxy formation
    By Elias Nash 7 months ago

    The Real Reason It Looks Like There's A Question Mark In Space

    In 2023, the powerful James Webb Telescope captured what looked like a question mark in the darkness of deep space, but the reason why is just as fascinating.

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  • galaxy with glowing core
    By Daniel Allen 7 months ago

    Blazars Vs. Quasars: The Most Extreme Objects In The Universe Explained

    The most extreme objects in the universe are quasars and blazars. But what are the differences between these black-hole-driven celestial objects?

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  • Jupiter over a space background
    By Daniel Allen 7 months ago

    How Long It Would Really Take To Get To Jupiter On Our Fastest Manned Rocket

    Humanity has no plans to stop travelling to other worlds, whether the moon, Mars, or even Jupiter. In that last case, how long would a manned mission take?

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  • Milky way and the Observatory
    By Chris Deziel July 24th, 2023

    What Do Stars Look Like?

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    By Susan Sherwood June 15th, 2023

    Examples Of Planetesimals

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  • Seascape
    By John Papiewski June 15th, 2023

    Three Major Characteristics Of The Inner Planets

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  • Are the Sun & Moon Planets?
    By Susan Sherwood June 14th, 2023

    Are The Sun & Moon Planets?

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    By Mary MacIntosh June 14th, 2023

    What Are The Characteristics Of The Planet Jupiter?

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  • View of Earth from space
    By Angela Libal June 1st, 2023

    The Temperatures Of Outer Space Around The Earth

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  • Scenic view of Queenstown, New Zealand with Milky Way
    By Chris Deziel May 6th, 2023

    The Life Cycles Of Stars

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  • Girl and parents with solar system model
    By Frances Hall August 30th, 2022

    How To Make A Styrofoam Replica Of Pluto

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  • Cute young woman holding astronomical telescope and looking at the sky.
    By Gerry Arlen Good August 30th, 2022

    How To Use A Tasco Telescope

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