Since the relegation of Pluto to dwarf planet status, Mercury is the smallest planet in our Solar System. It is roughly a third the size of Earth, just a little bigger than our moon. It is a barren, rocky planet with a sparse atmosphere, that is constantly being stripped by the Sun. With all that being said, if you still wanted to go there, then how long would it take to get to … [Read more...]
How long would it take to get to Mercury?
How long would it take to get to Mars?
One of the most exciting space exploration projects in recent years has been the journey to Mars. In our lifetime, it will be possible for human beings to visit the red planet, and if you’re interested in going, you’ve probably wondered how long it would take to get to Mars. The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, such as the route you take to get there, and … [Read more...]
How Fast Does The Earth Spin?
How Fast Does The Earth Spin? To work out how fast the Earth spins, you first need to determine the time it takes to fully complete a single rotation. A full single rotation is what we call a day, and it takes roughly 23 hours, 56 minutes and a few seconds to complete. Our clocks are set for a 24 hour day because it is easier to round up in equal segments. The difference in … [Read more...]
How Hot Is The Sun?
What Is The Sun? The Sun is a Main-Sequence G-type Star and formed around 4.6 billion years ago. Stars like this form when the centre mass grows so hot and dense that nuclear fusion begins in its core. This mechanism is assumed to be responsible for the formation of nearly all stars. The Sun is composed of several layers. First, the atmosphere, which itself is broken … [Read more...]
A Sky Full Of Planets In June 2022
Rare Planetary Event – June 2022. The mid-summer sky is set to offer some magnificent views for astronomy fans this June. For those lucky enough to have caught Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Saturn in alignment in April 2022 this will be another rare occasion to tick off the bucket list. To begin, all five of the planets visible to the un-aided eye (Mercury, Venus, Mars, … [Read more...]