Have you ever made a wish upon the shooting star? This wonderful astronomic phenomenon can be observed in the night sky, even multiple times a night if you are at a great location to observe them. Learn more about them by reading through this list of interesting facts about shooting stars. 1. Shooting stars are …
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 …
Dwarf planets might not be full-fledged planets, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have anything to offer. These astronomical objects are just as interesting, some even more, than regular planets in our Solar System. Read through these interesting facts about dwarf planets, and you will see why they are amazing. 1. Dwarf planet Pluto was …
The temperatures on the surface of our planet are, for the most part, enjoyable and perfect for life. But what is happening deep down under the surface? How hot is the center of the Earth? Layers of the Earth Earth has many layers, each layer unique in its composition and properties. There are five main …
Our Solar System has eight full-fledged planets, but there are also quite a few wonderful dwarf planets out there as well. Let’s explore just How many dwarf planets are there in our Solar System and if there could be any more discovered in the future. What defines a dwarf planet? First thing first. What defines …
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 …
Volcanic activity on Earth is fascinating, but Earth is far from being the only planet in our Solar system with volcanoes. Which planet has the most volcanoes? Which has the largest one? Want to know where there is the most volcanic activity in our Solar system? Let’s find out! Which planet has the most volcanoes? …
The Moon and the Sun are the two brightest astronomical bodies we can see, followed by a couple of planets you can see without a telescope. Which planet is the brightest in the night sky, and how can you find it? Or which one is the second brightest? Which planets are visible from Earth without …
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 …
Alexander Graham Bell is one of the most important inventors of all time. Bell’s inventions and discoveries changed the way we communicate with each other, but he also made contributions in other areas such as medicine and aviation. Read through these facts about Alexander Graham Bell and learn more about his life and his work. …
Giordano Bruno was an Italian philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer. His work in astronomy led him to be one of the first to propose that the sun was part of an infinite universe filled with worlds like our own. Learn some of the more interesting facts about Giordano Bruno, a free thinker that was ahead of …
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 …
Explore some of the most interesting facts about space and the universe, from everyday things to bizarre things. We are sure many of the space facts on this list will have your jaw drop. Read through the facts and expand your knowledge. Space is, after all, one of the most exciting subjects to explore. With …
The dwarf planet Pluto is one of the most known astronomical bodies in our Solar System, probably right after the planets and some of the largest moons. Discover some of the most interesting facts about Pluto, a dwarf planet that used to be a full-fledged planet for 76 years. 1. Pluto was discovered on February …