Full moons are nothing new. They occur every 28 days like clockwork! A full moon happens when the sun and the moon are directly opposite of one another. As a result, the sun can cast its light on the entire lunar surface we see. It creates a bright and intense glow that lasts for two or three days. Everyone can enjoy the same full moon thanks to its synchronous … [Read more...]

Shooting stars are the stuff of fantasy and mysticism. Throughout history, these "falling stars" were so enigmatic that they were the stuff of legends. Many cultures saw them as messages from the cosmos or signs of the spirit world. Even today, some believe that shooting stars can grant a wish and unlock the mysteries of the universe! Despite what you might think, shooting … [Read more...]

Budding astronomers often hear new terms and are confused about what each one means. One term you might hear as a newcomer to this field is nova. A nova is a certain type of star that you can see in the sky. It appears much brighter than the surrounding stars do. In this article, we'll look at what a nova is and how it relates to a supernova. You can use this information to … [Read more...]

“The Big Bang Theory” refers to more than just a popular television series that aired on CBS. It also refers to a scientific theory that explains how the system began. Part of that system includes something called cosmic microwave background radiation. Cosmic microwave background radiation or CMBR is a term that scientists use to describe the microwave radiation found in the … [Read more...]

Have you ever found yourself looking at the sky and marveling at the size of the stars that you can see? Those stars are only a fraction of the size of most planets, especially Jupiter. Jupiter is the fifth planet from the sun and the largest planet. In terms of size alone, you could take all other planets in our solar system, place them inside Jupiter and still have some room … [Read more...]