Category Archives: Science

Naming Extrasolar Planets

Posted on April 9, 2023 by 88bw

Ever since we learned about the naming themes with the Jovian planets’ moons in class two weeks ago, I have been interested about how astronomers have managed to not run out of naming themes for the vast universe as they discover more worlds. I thought that the Jovian planets took up most of the cooler […] Continue reading →

Posted in Class, Exoplanets, Science | Tagged , | Comments Off on Naming Extrasolar Planets

Post 6

Posted on April 9, 2023 by berlinbe

Many people may remember the last total solar eclipse that was visible from North America. It occurred on August 21, 2017. The next total solar eclipse that covers North America, and the only one for the next 20 years, will occur on April 8, 2024—almost one year from today. Total solar eclipses are a fascinating […] Continue reading →

Posted in Science, Sun | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on Post 6

Blog 6 – Io

Posted on April 9, 2023 by kevkoppa123

Io is one of the 4 Galilean moons of Jupiter and it is the most volcanically active body in our solar system, continually repaving its surface with volcanic eruptions. Consequently, there are no craters on Io, indicating that its surface is extremely young. The outgassing of sulfur dioxide from Io’s volcanoes strengthens Jupiter’s magnetosphere, creates […] Continue reading →

Posted in Science | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Blog 6 – Io

Blog 5 – Pluto

Posted on April 9, 2023 by kevkoppa123

Pluto is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper belt with an orbit time of roughly 248 years, as it is about 40 AU from the Sun on average. Relative to the eight planets on our solar system, its orbit is much more elliptical and inclined to the ecliptic plane, allowing it to get closer […] Continue reading →

Posted in Science | Tagged , | Comments Off on Blog 5 – Pluto

Birth and Death of Stars

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Rocket Man

The birth and death of stars is a complex and intriguing process that occurs over millions or even billions of years. Understanding this process is important for gaining a deeper understanding of our universe and the conditions necessary for life to exist. The birth of a star begins with a cloud of gas and dust […] Continue reading →

Posted in Class, Science, Stars | Tagged , | Comments Off on Birth and Death of Stars

Dwarf Planet Eris

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Rocket Man

Eris, the largest known dwarf planet in the Solar System, was discovered in 2005 by a team of astronomers led by Mike Brown. With a diameter of approximately 2,326 kilometers, Eris is located in the outer Solar System and has an elliptical orbit that takes it from as close as 38.2 astronomical units (AU) to […] Continue reading →

Posted in Class, Science | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Dwarf Planet Eris

Jupiter’s Great Red Spot

Posted on April 9, 2023 by brandodan

The Great Red Spot on Jupiter is a deep, powerful vortex that is broader than Earth and has been churning for hundreds of years. Its driving mechanism differs from that of other vortices, suggesting that it derives its energy from denser and deeper layers of the atmosphere. The energy mechanisms causing the Great Red Spot […] Continue reading →

Posted in General, Science | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Jupiter’s Great Red Spot

Strange Dwarf Planets!

Posted on April 9, 2023 by brandodan

We all recognize Pluto as one of the most famous dwarf planets in our solar system. Since its reclassification in 2006, moreover, it has continued to intrigue both astronomers and the general public. From its icy surface to its various moons, Pluto is an incredibly unique world. However, there are many more interesting dwarf planets […] Continue reading →

Posted in Dwarf Planets, General, Science | Tagged , | Comments Off on Strange Dwarf Planets!

Kessler Syndrome and The Future of Satellite Use

Posted on March 8, 2023 by 88bw

The topic of spacecraft in our solar system made me curious about the use of satellites in our exploration of space. Although we hear more about the telescopes and imaging systems that we send far beyond Earth’s vicinity, the only low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite that I hear often about is the ISS. I wanted […] Continue reading →

Posted in Class, Science, SolarSystem | Tagged , | Comments Off on Kessler Syndrome and The Future of Satellite Use

The Titius-Bode law

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Rocket Man

Titius Bode’s law is a fascinating concept in astronomy that has been intriguing scientists for centuries. This law is a mathematical relationship between the distances of the planets in our solar system from the Sun. It was first formulated in the 18th century by Johann Daniel Titius and later popularized by Johann Elert Bode. According […] Continue reading →

Posted in Class, Science, SolarSystem | Tagged , | Comments Off on The Titius-Bode law