Exploring Our Amazing Universe!
With its gorgeous horizontal halo of rings, Saturn is probably the most all-around iconic planet when it comes to the general public. Indeed, the “Ringed Planet” may just be the signature “landmark” of outer space. How much do you know … Read more
Uranus is one of the lesser-known planets, at least in this survey of one. In my childhood, I definitely learned more about our close cousins Mars and Venus than about the gas giants that inhabit the outer solar system. Of … Read more
Earth vs Saturn – two fascinating planets. Let’s explore their similarities and differences in depth. We hope to not only satisfy your curiosity about our home planet, but also provide valuable insights into the sixth planet from the sun. Prepare … Read more
We’re all members of Civilization Earth. Yet how often do we stop to consider what it means to live on this pale blue dot, as the famed astronomer Carl Sagan once put it? If you’re like most people, including me, … Read more
Imagine gazing up at the night sky and seeing the mighty Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. You might be wondering, “Can Jupiter support life?” The short answer is: not as we know it. However, there’s still a … Read more
As a child, I loved astronomy. It fascinated me that I could look up at the night sky and see Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn moving across the heavens. I was always frustrated that I could never see Mercury, though. … Read more
Ever gazed at the night sky, picturing yourself walking on Saturn’s rings? The thought of traversing the gas giant’s rings seems like a fantastic journey, sparking our imagination and inspiring dreams of exploring these celestial vistas. Sadly, the answer to … Read more
When you think of the planets in our universe today, you likely think of Earth and Mars. After all, they receive the most attention, right? There is, however, one planet that is close to Earth that does not receive nearly … Read more
The solar system is one of the most mysterious subjects in science. But man’s understanding of outer space has improved considerably due to technological and scientific advances. Planets make up a significant part of the solar system, some of which … Read more
Reality and science fiction could not be more different when answering the age-old question: how do astronauts get back to Earth? Landing back on Earth is not simple, and there are many moving parts to the journey home. If even … Read more