With everything in space being in motion, one can wonder, is the Earth moving away from the Sun, or is it getting closer? Let’s take a closer look at what is happening within our Solar System as time passes by. Earth’s Orbit Let’s first take a look at where we are at and why we …
Lighting up the night sky, the Moon is the brightest object in the sky at night. What causes the moon to shine, and how does it give us light at night? Why doesn’t the Moon shine during the day? Let’s find out! What causes the Moon to shine? The Moon itself does not produce its …
Once considered one of the four elements, fire has been a part of human life since the very beginning. Read some facts about fire that you might not have known before. 1. Fire is a chemical reaction Fire is a chemical reaction that gives off heat and light. It is a process of combustion, a …
If you observe planets in the night sky, you might have noticed at times; they appear to start moving in the opposite direction, a phenomenon called retrograde motion. Let’s explore what happens during the apparent retrograde motion of a planet. What is retrograde motion? In astronomy, retrograde motion is the motion of an object in …
If you observe the sun at sunset you will see it as more red or orange than yellow or white. Why is the Sun red at sunset? Let’s explore the scientific reason behind why the color of the sun appears red at sunset and sunrise and not at other times of the day (most of …
Space is pretty big, and it can be hard to wrap your head around just how big. How long would it take to get to Saturn with a spacecraft? Or with an imaginary space-traveling car? How about a stroll on foot, how long would that take? Or a craft capable of traveling at the speed …
Jupiter is the largest planet in our Solar System and it’s the second-largest astronomical body, the Sun being the only thing more massive and larger. This gas giant is often referred to as a failed star so you might be wondering, could Jupiter become a star at some point in the future? Let’s get the …
People have been observing Saturn for centuries, it is after all one of the five planets that can be freely seen in the night sky. But who discovered the rings of Saturn, seeing they can’t be seen without a telescope? When were the rings first observed and did the person looking at them know what …
Galileo was an astronomer and mathematician who developed many theories about the laws of motion. He was born in Pisa, Italy on February 15th, 1564. There are many interesting facts about Galileo Galilei to explore, from his important discoveries to where you can see his middle finger. 1. He dropped out of university Many brilliant …
Nikola Tesla was one of the most brilliant minds the world has ever seen. He had countless inventions that have helped shape the world as we have it today. He was an interesting person, both in his work and in his personal life, so we are sure you are going to love these both serious …
Einstein is one of the most well-known scientists of all time. Find out some interesting facts about Albert Einstein including his early life, unique quirks, and even the fact that at one time there was a bounty for his head. Yikes! 1. He didn’t speak until he was about 4 years old He didn’t speak …
Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge between a cloud and the ground, or between two different clouds in the sky. It is one of the most fascinating phenomena in nature so it isn’t surprising there are many amazing facts about lightning to discover. 1. Lightning can create a special type of rock These rocks are …
The red planet has been a source of fascination for centuries, and its distinctive hue is one of the most striking features of our solar system. But why is Mars red? We’ll explore the reasons behind the color of Mars and also how that affected the naming of the planet. The soil on Mars is …
Mercury is the smallest planet in our Solar System. But how small is it exactly? Is Mercury bigger than the Moon? How does it compare to the moons of other planets in our Solar System? Read on and get the answers to these most interesting questions. Is Mercury Bigger than the Moon? When it comes …