Author: Astronomy Staff

Cosmology, Exotic Objects

Ask Astro: What would happen if NGC 6240’s three supermassive black holes merged?

Exoplanets, Planets, Solar System

Ask Astro: How hot would Venus be at different distances from the Sun?

Exotic Objects

Ask Astro: How do stars make elements heavier than iron?

Observing

Web Extra: Sky Guide 2021

The Moon

Ask Astro: Why does the Moon disappear during New Moon?

Cosmology, Galaxies

Ask Astro: If dark matter is invisible, then how do we detect it?

Exotic Objects

Photo Contest: Lost in the Abyss

Observing, Telescopes and Equipment

Gift Ideas for Astronomy Lovers and Stargazers | Xmas and Holiday Gift Guide

Galaxies, Milky Way

Ask Astro: How many satellite galaxies does the Milky Way have?

Telescopes and Equipment

5 astronomy gifts for space lovers obsessed with black holes

Exoplanets, Planets

Ask Astro: Can planets be pear-shaped, or are they all spheres?

Exoplanets, Planets, Solar System, Stars

Ask Astro: Could Jupiter ever become a star?