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Mars August 2009 Close to Earth Email - Learn the Truth About the Email that says Earth Will Be Very Close to Mars in August of 2009
Mars Close to Earth Email August 2009 Is it true? It is possible you may have received this email recently:
Mars Close to Earth Email August 2009 Is it true? It is possible you may have received this email recently:
Mars Close to Earth Email - Learn the Truth About the Email that says Earth Will Be Very Close to Mars in August
Mars Close to Earth Email Is it true? Not only is this not true for this year, at least part of it is
Mars Close to Earth Email Is it true? Not only is this not true for this year, at least part of it is
Visual Tour of Solar System
Take a Visual Solar System Tour with us. Blast off to discover information on the sun in our solar system. Learn more about the Sun. Here is information on our sun and links to pictures and more info.
Take a Visual Solar System Tour with us. Blast off to discover information on the sun in our solar system. Learn more about the Sun. Here is information on our sun and links to pictures and more info.
Earth Pictures - Earth Globe
Earth Globe 11/20/1998
Earth Globe 11/20/1998
10 Things About the Sun
Our Sun has inspired mythology in almost all cultures, including ancient Egyptians, Aztecs, Native Americans, and Chinese. Our Sun is actually the closest star to Earth. The Sun is a massive shining sphere of hot gas. The connection and interaction between the Sun and the Earth drive the seasons, currents in the ocean, weather, and climate.
Our Sun has inspired mythology in almost all cultures, including ancient Egyptians, Aztecs, Native Americans, and Chinese. Our Sun is actually the closest star to Earth. The Sun is a massive shining sphere of hot gas. The connection and interaction between the Sun and the Earth drive the seasons, currents in the ocean, weather, and climate.
Earth Pictures - Full Earth
View of the Earth as seen by the Apollo 17 crew traveling toward the Moon. This translunar coast photograph extends from the Mediterranean Sea area to the Antarctica South polar ice cap. This is the first time the Apollo trajectory made it possible to photograph the South polar ice cap. Note the heavy cloud cover in the Southern Hemisphere. Almost the entire coastline of Africa is clearly visible.
View of the Earth as seen by the Apollo 17 crew traveling toward the Moon. This translunar coast photograph extends from the Mediterranean Sea area to the Antarctica South polar ice cap. This is the first time the Apollo trajectory made it possible to photograph the South polar ice cap. Note the heavy cloud cover in the Southern Hemisphere. Almost the entire coastline of Africa is clearly visible.
Neil Armstrong Biography
Born on August 5, 1930 in Auglaize County, OH, Neil Armstrong was the eldest of 3 children. Neil Armstrong worked at numerous jobs around town and at the nearby airport so he could take flying lessons at the age of 15 and on his 16th birthday he was issued a pilot's license. Neil Armstrong won his jet wings at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Florida at the age of 20, the youngest pilot in his squadron. Neil Armstrong became the first man on the moon on July 20, 1969 durin the Apollo 11 mission.
Born on August 5, 1930 in Auglaize County, OH, Neil Armstrong was the eldest of 3 children. Neil Armstrong worked at numerous jobs around town and at the nearby airport so he could take flying lessons at the age of 15 and on his 16th birthday he was issued a pilot's license. Neil Armstrong won his jet wings at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Florida at the age of 20, the youngest pilot in his squadron. Neil Armstrong became the first man on the moon on July 20, 1969 durin the Apollo 11 mission.
Astronomy - Space Exploration Activity Book for Kids
A fun activity book for young astronauts or astronomers from your about astronomy - space guide. This astronomy - space activity book includes puzzles games - coloring pages.
A fun activity book for young astronauts or astronomers from your about astronomy - space guide. This astronomy - space activity book includes puzzles games - coloring pages.
Mars Closest To Earth in 50...
Mars Closest To Earth in 50,000 Years. August of 2003 is a special time for scientists and amateur astronomers. Our red neighbor, Mars will move closer than it’s been in 50,000 years. On August 27, 2003, the "red planet" will be less than 55.76 million kilometers (34.65 million miles) away from the Earth. Just six months ago, Mars was about five times that distance.
Mars Closest To Earth in 50,000 Years. August of 2003 is a special time for scientists and amateur astronomers. Our red neighbor, Mars will move closer than it’s been in 50,000 years. On August 27, 2003, the "red planet" will be less than 55.76 million kilometers (34.65 million miles) away from the Earth. Just six months ago, Mars was about five times that distance.
Constellation in a Canister
People have looked at the stars for many, many years. They could imagine pictures in stars. Those pictures are called constellations. After you do this activity, see if you can find the constellations in the night sky.
People have looked at the stars for many, many years. They could imagine pictures in stars. Those pictures are called constellations. After you do this activity, see if you can find the constellations in the night sky.
July 2009 Monthly Sky Guide
Learn what is happening in July 2009 and what has happened in July in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in July 2009.
Learn what is happening in July 2009 and what has happened in July in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in July 2009.
August 2009 Monthly Sky Guide
Learn what is happening in August 2009 and what has happened in August in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in August 2009.
Learn what is happening in August 2009 and what has happened in August in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in August 2009.
Earth Pictures - Distant Earth and Moon
This picture of the Earth and Moon in a single frame, the first of its kind ever taken by a spacecraft, was recorded September 18, 1977, by NASAs Voyager 1 when it was 11.66 million km (7.25 million miles) from Earth. The moon is at the top of the picture and beyond the Earth as viewed by Voyager. - In the picture are eastern Asia, the western Pacific Ocean and part of the Arctic.
This picture of the Earth and Moon in a single frame, the first of its kind ever taken by a spacecraft, was recorded September 18, 1977, by NASAs Voyager 1 when it was 11.66 million km (7.25 million miles) from Earth. The moon is at the top of the picture and beyond the Earth as viewed by Voyager. - In the picture are eastern Asia, the western Pacific Ocean and part of the Arctic.
30 Minute Rocket
You can make a 30 Minute Rocket with straws and a soda bottle. What you need: plastic soda pop bottle, one thin drinking straw, one thick drinking, straw, tape, clay, scissors, and copy or computer paper. Follow the instructions for the 30 Minute Rocket. Give the bottle a quick squeeze. You have an air bottle rocket!
You can make a 30 Minute Rocket with straws and a soda bottle. What you need: plastic soda pop bottle, one thin drinking straw, one thick drinking, straw, tape, clay, scissors, and copy or computer paper. Follow the instructions for the 30 Minute Rocket. Give the bottle a quick squeeze. You have an air bottle rocket!
Shuttle Challenger Disaster
When the Challenger disaster occurred, it exploded killing all aboard, it shocked the nation, started a NASA investigation, and led to many changes in the shuttle program. Here, we look back at the Challenger disaster to see what happened. Most of us remember where we were when we learned of the Challenger disaster.
When the Challenger disaster occurred, it exploded killing all aboard, it shocked the nation, started a NASA investigation, and led to many changes in the shuttle program. Here, we look back at the Challenger disaster to see what happened. Most of us remember where we were when we learned of the Challenger disaster.
Top 10 Closest Stars
Stars are balls of mostly hydrogen and helium gas that shine extremely brightly. Stars are so massive that their cores are extremely dense and hot. You can see thousands of stars when you look up at night. Here are the Top 10 Closest Stars to our solar system.
Stars are balls of mostly hydrogen and helium gas that shine extremely brightly. Stars are so massive that their cores are extremely dense and hot. You can see thousands of stars when you look up at night. Here are the Top 10 Closest Stars to our solar system.
Free Astronomy and Space Posters - Printable Astronomy and Space Posters
Print these free astronomy and space posters from your home computer to create your own astronomy and space posters.
Print these free astronomy and space posters from your home computer to create your own astronomy and space posters.
Earth Pictures - Earth from Apollo 8
This is how the Earth looked as photographed from a point near the Moon by the Apollo 8 astronauts. The Earth fills less than one percent of the frame exposed through 80mm lens. North is approximately vertical. Kinda lonely, isn't it?
This is how the Earth looked as photographed from a point near the Moon by the Apollo 8 astronauts. The Earth fills less than one percent of the frame exposed through 80mm lens. North is approximately vertical. Kinda lonely, isn't it?
Earth Pictures - First View of Earth from Moon
The world's first view of Earth taken by a spacecraft from the vicinity of the Moon. - The photo was transmitted to Earth by the United States Lunar Orbiter I and received at the NASA tracking station at Robledo De Chavela near Madrid, Spain. This crescent of the Earth was photographed August 23, 1966 at 16:35 GMT when the spacecraft was on its 16th orbit and just about to pass behind the Moon.
The world's first view of Earth taken by a spacecraft from the vicinity of the Moon. - The photo was transmitted to Earth by the United States Lunar Orbiter I and received at the NASA tracking station at Robledo De Chavela near Madrid, Spain. This crescent of the Earth was photographed August 23, 1966 at 16:35 GMT when the spacecraft was on its 16th orbit and just about to pass behind the Moon.
Solar System Tour
Astronomy Solar System Tour, an Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Discover information on planets in our solar system. Find pictures of objects in our solar system. Learn more about our galactic neighborhood, our solar system.
Astronomy Solar System Tour, an Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Discover information on planets in our solar system. Find pictures of objects in our solar system. Learn more about our galactic neighborhood, our solar system.
Earth Pictures - Global Images of Earth
Global images of Earth from Galileo. In each frame, the continent of Antarctica is visible at the bottom of the globe. South America may be seen in the first frame (top left), the great Pacific Ocean in the second (bottom left), India at the top and Australia to the right in the third (top right), and Africa in the fourth (bottom right).
Global images of Earth from Galileo. In each frame, the continent of Antarctica is visible at the bottom of the globe. South America may be seen in the first frame (top left), the great Pacific Ocean in the second (bottom left), India at the top and Australia to the right in the third (top right), and Africa in the fourth (bottom right).
Earth Pictures - Earth and Moon as viewed from Mars
This is the first image of Earth ever taken from another planet that actually shows our home as a planetary disk. Because Earth and the Moon are closer to the Sun than Mars, they exhibit phases, just as the Moon, Venus, and Mercury do when viewed from Earth. As seen from Mars by MGS on 8 May 2003 at 13:00 GMT (6:00 AM PDT), Earth and the Moon appeared in the evening sky.
This is the first image of Earth ever taken from another planet that actually shows our home as a planetary disk. Because Earth and the Moon are closer to the Sun than Mars, they exhibit phases, just as the Moon, Venus, and Mercury do when viewed from Earth. As seen from Mars by MGS on 8 May 2003 at 13:00 GMT (6:00 AM PDT), Earth and the Moon appeared in the evening sky.
NASA Discovers a New Planet
Literally Planet X, especially if you use Roman numerals. NASA scientists have discovered a 10th planet in our solar system. The planet, larger than Pluto, was discovered using the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory near San Diego, Calif. The discovery was announced today by planetary scientist Dr. Mike Brown of the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, Calif., whose research is partly funded by NASA.
Literally Planet X, especially if you use Roman numerals. NASA scientists have discovered a 10th planet in our solar system. The planet, larger than Pluto, was discovered using the Samuel Oschin Telescope at Palomar Observatory near San Diego, Calif. The discovery was announced today by planetary scientist Dr. Mike Brown of the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, Calif., whose research is partly funded by NASA.
Earth Pictures - The Earth & Moon
During its flight, the Galileo spacecraft returned images of the Earth and Moon. Separate images of the Earth and Moon were combined to generate this view. The Galileo spacecraft took the images in 1992 on its way to explore the Jupiter system in 1995-97. The image shows a partial view of the Earth centered on the Pacific Ocean about latitude 20 degrees south.
During its flight, the Galileo spacecraft returned images of the Earth and Moon. Separate images of the Earth and Moon were combined to generate this view. The Galileo spacecraft took the images in 1992 on its way to explore the Jupiter system in 1995-97. The image shows a partial view of the Earth centered on the Pacific Ocean about latitude 20 degrees south.
Earth Pictures - Earthrise - Apollo 8
This view of the rising Earth greeted the Apollo 8 astronauts as they came from behind the Moon after the lunar orbit insertion burn. Earth is about five degrees above the horizon in the photo. The unnamed surface features in the foreground are near the eastern limb of the Moon as viewed from Earth. The lunar horizon is approximately 780 kilometers from the spacecraft. Width of the photographed area at the horizon is about 175 kilometers.
This view of the rising Earth greeted the Apollo 8 astronauts as they came from behind the Moon after the lunar orbit insertion burn. Earth is about five degrees above the horizon in the photo. The unnamed surface features in the foreground are near the eastern limb of the Moon as viewed from Earth. The lunar horizon is approximately 780 kilometers from the spacecraft. Width of the photographed area at the horizon is about 175 kilometers.
Earth Pictures - Global View of the Arctic Ocean
NASA researchers have new insights into the mysteries of Arctic sea ice, thanks to the unique abilities of Canada's Radarsat satellite. The Arctic is the smallest of the world's four oceans, but it may play a large role in helping scientists monitor Earth's climate shifts. - Using Radarsat's special sensors to take images at night and to peer through clouds, NASA researchers can now see the complete ice cover of the Arctic.
NASA researchers have new insights into the mysteries of Arctic sea ice, thanks to the unique abilities of Canada's Radarsat satellite. The Arctic is the smallest of the world's four oceans, but it may play a large role in helping scientists monitor Earth's climate shifts. - Using Radarsat's special sensors to take images at night and to peer through clouds, NASA researchers can now see the complete ice cover of the Arctic.
Astronomy 101
Astronomy 101 - This basic Astronomy course was designed for those who have an interest in but little education in astronomy. Learn the basics of astronomy here.
Astronomy 101 - This basic Astronomy course was designed for those who have an interest in but little education in astronomy. Learn the basics of astronomy here.
Tsunami Damage in Indonesia - Pictures of Tsunami Damage in Indonesia - Earthquake Spawns Tsunami
On December 26, 2004, a tsunami swept across the Indian ocean, spawned by a magnitude 9.0 earthquake off the coast of Sumatra. Indonesia suffered the many tsunami casualties, part of the total death toll of over 155,000. Here we see before and after images of many of the areas of Indonesia hardest hit by the tsunami. Click each image for a larger view.
On December 26, 2004, a tsunami swept across the Indian ocean, spawned by a magnitude 9.0 earthquake off the coast of Sumatra. Indonesia suffered the many tsunami casualties, part of the total death toll of over 155,000. Here we see before and after images of many of the areas of Indonesia hardest hit by the tsunami. Click each image for a larger view.
Sky Maps From About Astronomy and Space - Discover the Stars with These Sky Maps
Sky Maps From About Astronomy and Space Plansipheres Powered By "Your Sky" Software, Written By John
Sky Maps From About Astronomy and Space Plansipheres Powered By "Your Sky" Software, Written By John
Earth Pictures - Earth and Moon as viewed by Mariner 10
Mariner 10 was launched on November 3, 1973, 12:45 am PST, from Cape Canaveral on an Atlas/Centaur rocket (a reconditioned Intercontinental Ballistic Missile - ICBM). Within 12 hours of launch the twin cameras were turned on and several hundred pictures of both the Earth and the Moon were acquired over the following days.
Mariner 10 was launched on November 3, 1973, 12:45 am PST, from Cape Canaveral on an Atlas/Centaur rocket (a reconditioned Intercontinental Ballistic Missile - ICBM). Within 12 hours of launch the twin cameras were turned on and several hundred pictures of both the Earth and the Moon were acquired over the following days.
Earth Pictures - First Picture of the Earth and Moon in a Single Frame
This picture of the Earth and Moon in a single frame, the first of its kind ever taken by a spacecraft, was recorded September 18, 1977, but NASAs Voyager 1 when it was 7.25 million miles (11.66 million kilometers) from Earth. The moon is at the top of the picture and beyond the Earth as viewed by Voyager. In the picture are eastern Asia, the western Pacific Ocean and part of the Arctic.
This picture of the Earth and Moon in a single frame, the first of its kind ever taken by a spacecraft, was recorded September 18, 1977, but NASAs Voyager 1 when it was 7.25 million miles (11.66 million kilometers) from Earth. The moon is at the top of the picture and beyond the Earth as viewed by Voyager. In the picture are eastern Asia, the western Pacific Ocean and part of the Arctic.
How to Become An Astronaut
Many of us dreamed of becoming astronauts when we were young. Some of us never got over that dream. When John Glenn rode the shuttle in 1998 at the age of 77, it breathed new hope into many would-be astronauts. So, how do you become an astronaut? Let's discover the path, together.
Many of us dreamed of becoming astronauts when we were young. Some of us never got over that dream. When John Glenn rode the shuttle in 1998 at the age of 77, it breathed new hope into many would-be astronauts. So, how do you become an astronaut? Let's discover the path, together.
Astronomy Events
Astronomical Events - Discover Eclipses, Meteor Showers, Planetary Transits in our Astronomy Calendar. This astronomy calendar will be updated monthly to include new eclipses and meteor showers and other astronomical events. Prepare to view astronomical events such as meteor showers and eclipses. Keep track of our astronomy calendar
Astronomical Events - Discover Eclipses, Meteor Showers, Planetary Transits in our Astronomy Calendar. This astronomy calendar will be updated monthly to include new eclipses and meteor showers and other astronomical events. Prepare to view astronomical events such as meteor showers and eclipses. Keep track of our astronomy calendar
Earth Pictures - Planet Earth
Planet Earth 07/18/1995
Planet Earth 07/18/1995
Astronaut Neil Armstrong in Launch Complex 16 trailer during suiting up
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, command pilot of the Gemini 8 space flight, sits in the Launch Complex 16 trailer during suiting up operations for the Gemini 8 mission. Suit technician Jim Garrepy assists.
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, command pilot of the Gemini 8 space flight, sits in the Launch Complex 16 trailer during suiting up operations for the Gemini 8 mission. Suit technician Jim Garrepy assists.
Earth Pictures - Earth - Pacific Ocean
This color image of the Earth was obtained by Galileo at about 6:10 a.m. Pacific Standard Time on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.3 million miles from the planet during the first of two Earth flybys on its way to Jupiter. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. South America is near the center of the picture, and the white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is below.
This color image of the Earth was obtained by Galileo at about 6:10 a.m. Pacific Standard Time on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.3 million miles from the planet during the first of two Earth flybys on its way to Jupiter. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. South America is near the center of the picture, and the white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is below.
Shuttle Launch Schedule
Shuttle Launch Schedule for NASA for 2009. Discover when the next space shuttle or rocket will be launched by NASA during 2009.
Shuttle Launch Schedule for NASA for 2009. Discover when the next space shuttle or rocket will be launched by NASA during 2009.
Earth Pictures - Earth - Moon Conjunction
On December 16, 1992, 8 days after its encounter with Earth, the Galileo spacecraft looked back from a distance of about 6.2 million kilometers (3.9 million miles) to capture this remarkable view of the Moon in orbit about Earth. The composite photograph was constructed from images taken through visible (violet, red) and near-infrared (1.0-micron) filters. The Moon is in the foreground; its orbital path is from left to right.
On December 16, 1992, 8 days after its encounter with Earth, the Galileo spacecraft looked back from a distance of about 6.2 million kilometers (3.9 million miles) to capture this remarkable view of the Moon in orbit about Earth. The composite photograph was constructed from images taken through visible (violet, red) and near-infrared (1.0-micron) filters. The Moon is in the foreground; its orbital path is from left to right.
Brightest Stars
Stars are massive shining spheres of hot gas, the closest of which is our Sun. Stars are primarily made of hydrogen, smaller amounts of helium, and trace amounts of other elements. Even the most abundant of the other elements present in stars (oxygen, carbon, neon, and nitrogen) are only present in very small quantities. Those stars which you see with your naked eye in the night sky all belong to the Milky Way Galaxy, the huge system of stars that contains our solar system.
Stars are massive shining spheres of hot gas, the closest of which is our Sun. Stars are primarily made of hydrogen, smaller amounts of helium, and trace amounts of other elements. Even the most abundant of the other elements present in stars (oxygen, carbon, neon, and nitrogen) are only present in very small quantities. Those stars which you see with your naked eye in the night sky all belong to the Milky Way Galaxy, the huge system of stars that contains our solar system.
Earth Pictures - Earthrise Over Plaskett Crater
The above is a view from Clementine of the full Earth over the north pole of the Moon. The crater with a central peak in the foreground is Plaskett (820N, 1740E; 110 kilometers in diameter). On Earth, Africa is clearly visible and nearly cloud free.
The above is a view from Clementine of the full Earth over the north pole of the Moon. The crater with a central peak in the foreground is Plaskett (820N, 1740E; 110 kilometers in diameter). On Earth, Africa is clearly visible and nearly cloud free.
United States Astronomy Schools - Colleges and Universities With Astronomy Degree Programs in the US
United States Astronomy Schools Colleges and Universities With Astronomy Degree Programs in the US
United States Astronomy Schools Colleges and Universities With Astronomy Degree Programs in the US
Earth Pictures - Earth - India and Australia
This color image of the Earth was obtained by the Galileo spacecraft on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.5 million miles from the Earth. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. India is near the top of the picture, and Australia is to the right of center. The white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is below. Picturesque weather fronts are visible in the South Pacific, lower right.
This color image of the Earth was obtained by the Galileo spacecraft on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.5 million miles from the Earth. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. India is near the top of the picture, and Australia is to the right of center. The white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is below. Picturesque weather fronts are visible in the South Pacific, lower right.
What Is Astronomy
What Is Astronomy? - Basics Series; What You Need To Know About Astronomy and Astronomers. Discover what the science of astronomy covers, how long astronomers have been studying it, and who the astronomers are who have been studying it. Learn the basics of the science of astronomy.
What Is Astronomy? - Basics Series; What You Need To Know About Astronomy and Astronomers. Discover what the science of astronomy covers, how long astronomers have been studying it, and who the astronomers are who have been studying it. Learn the basics of the science of astronomy.
Earth Pictures - Earth - Full Disk View of Africa
This color image of the Earth was obtained by the Galileo spacecraft on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.5 million miles from the Earth. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. Africa stretches from the center to the top of the picture with the Arabian Peninsula off to its right. The white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is at the bottom.
This color image of the Earth was obtained by the Galileo spacecraft on Dec. 11, 1990, when the spacecraft was about 1.5 million miles from the Earth. The color composite used images taken through the red, green and violet filters. Africa stretches from the center to the top of the picture with the Arabian Peninsula off to its right. The white, sunlit continent of Antarctica is at the bottom.
Earth Pictures - Pacific Ocean Surface Winds from QuikScat
This image shows wind speeds and direction in the Pacific Ocean on August 1, 1999, gathered by the Seawinds radar instrument flying onboard the QuikScat satellite. - This image was released in conjunction with:PIA01347. The caption released for these images mostly details the Pacific region. - The intense surface winds of Typhoon Olga, represented by yellow spirals, can be seen moving around South Korea in the China Sea.
This image shows wind speeds and direction in the Pacific Ocean on August 1, 1999, gathered by the Seawinds radar instrument flying onboard the QuikScat satellite. - This image was released in conjunction with:PIA01347. The caption released for these images mostly details the Pacific region. - The intense surface winds of Typhoon Olga, represented by yellow spirals, can be seen moving around South Korea in the China Sea.
Image of the Week for October 26, 2007 Quintuplet Cluster
Penetrating 25,000 light-years of obscuring dust and myriad stars, the Hubble Space Telescope has provided the clearest view yet of one of the largest young clusters of stars inside our Milky Way galaxy, located less than 100 light-years from the very center of the Galaxy. Having the equivalent mass greater than 10,000 stars like our sun, the monster cluster is ten times larger than typical young star clusters scattered throughout our Milky Way.
Penetrating 25,000 light-years of obscuring dust and myriad stars, the Hubble Space Telescope has provided the clearest view yet of one of the largest young clusters of stars inside our Milky Way galaxy, located less than 100 light-years from the very center of the Galaxy. Having the equivalent mass greater than 10,000 stars like our sun, the monster cluster is ten times larger than typical young star clusters scattered throughout our Milky Way.
Earth Pictures - Earth From Mars
This is the first image ever taken of Earth from the surface of a planet beyond the Moon. It was taken by the Mars Exploration Rover Spirit one hour before sunrise on the 63rd Martian day, or sol, of its mission. The image is a mosaic of images taken by the rover's navigation camera showing a broad view of the sky, and an image taken by the rover's panoramic camera of Earth. The contrast in the panoramic camera image was increased two times to make Earth easier to see.
This is the first image ever taken of Earth from the surface of a planet beyond the Moon. It was taken by the Mars Exploration Rover Spirit one hour before sunrise on the 63rd Martian day, or sol, of its mission. The image is a mosaic of images taken by the rover's navigation camera showing a broad view of the sky, and an image taken by the rover's panoramic camera of Earth. The contrast in the panoramic camera image was increased two times to make Earth easier to see.
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang is the cosmological model of the universe which is the best support of all lines of scientific evidence and observation. It is the dominant scientific theory about the origin of the universe. According to the Big BangTheory, the universe began sometime between 10 billion and 20 billion years ago from a cosmic explosion at a single point, and has since been expanded in all directions.
The Big Bang is the cosmological model of the universe which is the best support of all lines of scientific evidence and observation. It is the dominant scientific theory about the origin of the universe. According to the Big BangTheory, the universe began sometime between 10 billion and 20 billion years ago from a cosmic explosion at a single point, and has since been expanded in all directions.
Earth Pictures - Earth - Departing Image by Galileo
This color image of the Earth was taken by the Galileo spacecraft on December 11 as it departed on its 3-year flight to Jupiter, about 2 1/2 days after the second Earth flyby. The distance to Earth is about 1.9 million kilometers (1.2 million miles). Antarctica is visible at the bottom of the image, and dawn is rising over the Pacific Ocean.
This color image of the Earth was taken by the Galileo spacecraft on December 11 as it departed on its 3-year flight to Jupiter, about 2 1/2 days after the second Earth flyby. The distance to Earth is about 1.9 million kilometers (1.2 million miles). Antarctica is visible at the bottom of the image, and dawn is rising over the Pacific Ocean.
Earth Pictures - Global View of Earth in the Near-Infrared
This near-infrared photograph of the Earth was taken by the Galileo spacecraft at 6:07 a.m. PST on Dec. 11, 1990, at a range of about 1.32 million miles. The camera used light with a wavelength of 1 micron, which easily penetrates atmospheric hazes and enhances the brightness of land surfaces. South America is prominent near the center; at the top, the East Coast of the United States, including Florida, is visible. The West Coast of Africa is visible on the horizon at right.
This near-infrared photograph of the Earth was taken by the Galileo spacecraft at 6:07 a.m. PST on Dec. 11, 1990, at a range of about 1.32 million miles. The camera used light with a wavelength of 1 micron, which easily penetrates atmospheric hazes and enhances the brightness of land surfaces. South America is prominent near the center; at the top, the East Coast of the United States, including Florida, is visible. The West Coast of Africa is visible on the horizon at right.
Earth Pictures - The Earth and Moon
During its flight, the Galileo spacecraft returned images of the Earth and Moon. Separate images of the Earth and Moon were combined to generate this view. The Galileo spacecraft took the images in 1992 on its way to explore the Jupiter system in 1995-97. The image shows a partial view of the Earth centered on the Pacific Ocean about latitude 20 degrees south.
During its flight, the Galileo spacecraft returned images of the Earth and Moon. Separate images of the Earth and Moon were combined to generate this view. The Galileo spacecraft took the images in 1992 on its way to explore the Jupiter system in 1995-97. The image shows a partial view of the Earth centered on the Pacific Ocean about latitude 20 degrees south.
10 Things About Earth
Earth, our home planet, is the only planet whose name is not derived from Greek/Roman mythology. In Roman Mythology, the goddess of the Earth was Tellus - the fertile soil, while the Greek goddes was Gaia, terra mater - Mother Earth. The name we use today, Earth, comes from Old English and Germanic.
Earth, our home planet, is the only planet whose name is not derived from Greek/Roman mythology. In Roman Mythology, the goddess of the Earth was Tellus - the fertile soil, while the Greek goddes was Gaia, terra mater - Mother Earth. The name we use today, Earth, comes from Old English and Germanic.
Astronaut Costumes for Adults
Want an astronaut costume? From Halloween to costume parties to plays or skits, any time you need a costume, check out these space related costumes ideas for adults. From astronaut costumes to alien costumes ideas.
Want an astronaut costume? From Halloween to costume parties to plays or skits, any time you need a costume, check out these space related costumes ideas for adults. From astronaut costumes to alien costumes ideas.
Earth Pictures - Atlantic Ocean Surface Winds from QuikScat
This image shows wind speeds and direction in the Atlantic Ocean on August 1, 1999, gathered by the Seawinds radar instrument flying onboard the QuikScat satellite. - This image was released in conjunction with: PIA01346. Please refer to that image for more details about the Pacific region. - The intense surface winds of Typhoon Olga, represented by yellow spirals, can be seen moving around South Korea in the China Sea.
This image shows wind speeds and direction in the Atlantic Ocean on August 1, 1999, gathered by the Seawinds radar instrument flying onboard the QuikScat satellite. - This image was released in conjunction with: PIA01346. Please refer to that image for more details about the Pacific region. - The intense surface winds of Typhoon Olga, represented by yellow spirals, can be seen moving around South Korea in the China Sea.
Aristotle Biography
Aristotle was born around 384 BC in Stagirus, Greece. Around the age of 17, Aristotle became a student at Plato's Academy in Athens. Aristotle was so impressive as a student that he soon became a teacher, himself, remaining at the academy for 20 years. In 335 BC Aristotle traveled to Athens with his circle of assistants to staff his new school, the Lyceum. Two areas which he advanced, which are of particular interest to readers of this site were physics and astronomy. He died at the age of 62.
Aristotle was born around 384 BC in Stagirus, Greece. Around the age of 17, Aristotle became a student at Plato's Academy in Athens. Aristotle was so impressive as a student that he soon became a teacher, himself, remaining at the academy for 20 years. In 335 BC Aristotle traveled to Athens with his circle of assistants to staff his new school, the Lyceum. Two areas which he advanced, which are of particular interest to readers of this site were physics and astronomy. He died at the age of 62.
The Evolution of the SpaceSuit
Ever since Alan Shepard's history making flight in 1961, NASA astronauts have relied on spacesuits to help them work and keep them safe. From the shiny silver of the Mercury suit to the orange "pumpkin suits" of shuttle crew, the suits have served as personal spacecraft, protecting explorers during launch and entry, while working on the International Space Station, or walking on the moon.
Ever since Alan Shepard's history making flight in 1961, NASA astronauts have relied on spacesuits to help them work and keep them safe. From the shiny silver of the Mercury suit to the orange "pumpkin suits" of shuttle crew, the suits have served as personal spacecraft, protecting explorers during launch and entry, while working on the International Space Station, or walking on the moon.
Space Music - Space Songs
Space music from the rock era. Discover the best in space music. Top ten rock - pop songs with a space theme including lyrics. These rock - pop songs including lyrics are all dedicated to the space age. Space music for the space enthusiast. Music!
Space music from the rock era. Discover the best in space music. Top ten rock - pop songs with a space theme including lyrics. These rock - pop songs including lyrics are all dedicated to the space age. Space music for the space enthusiast. Music!
Earth Pictures - World Globes, Shaded Relief and Colored Height
These images of the world were generated with data from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM). The SRTM Project has recently released a new global data set called SRTM30, where the original one arcsecond of latitude and longitude resolution (about 30 meters, or 98 feet, at the equator) was reduced to 30 arcseconds (about 928 meters, or 1496 feet.)
These images of the world were generated with data from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM). The SRTM Project has recently released a new global data set called SRTM30, where the original one arcsecond of latitude and longitude resolution (about 30 meters, or 98 feet, at the equator) was reduced to 30 arcseconds (about 928 meters, or 1496 feet.)
Telescopes for Kids
Everyone has to start somewhere. Star your kids off right with quality telescopes at good prices. Check here for some great reflectors and refractors. Less expensive telescopes.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Star your kids off right with quality telescopes at good prices. Check here for some great reflectors and refractors. Less expensive telescopes.
Apollo 13
Apollo 13 was the 3rd scheduled lunar launch, carrying Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert to the moon. An explosion occurred, endangering the Apollo 13 Lunar Landing mission & astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert, the Apollo 13 space exploration mission became a race for survival. As NASA experts & contractors struggled to come up with solutions, the Apollo 13 astronauts; Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert; struggled to survive. The successful failure of space exploration.
Apollo 13 was the 3rd scheduled lunar launch, carrying Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert to the moon. An explosion occurred, endangering the Apollo 13 Lunar Landing mission & astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert, the Apollo 13 space exploration mission became a race for survival. As NASA experts & contractors struggled to come up with solutions, the Apollo 13 astronauts; Jim Lovell, Fred Haize, & Jack Swigert; struggled to survive. The successful failure of space exploration.
New Asteroid Threat to Earth
New Asteroid Threat to Earth - Impact Potential in 2014. Although scientists have basically cleared us from any danger from asteroid 2002 NT7, which originally had been reported as an impact hazard for the year 2019, a newer space rock has been spotted. Has been called "an event meriting careful monitoring" by astronomers. If an impact does occur, it could be on March 21, 2014.
New Asteroid Threat to Earth - Impact Potential in 2014. Although scientists have basically cleared us from any danger from asteroid 2002 NT7, which originally had been reported as an impact hazard for the year 2019, a newer space rock has been spotted. Has been called "an event meriting careful monitoring" by astronomers. If an impact does occur, it could be on March 21, 2014.
Earth Pictures - Adios Earth
Well on its way to the Red Planet, Europe's Mars Express snapped this shot of Earth from a distance of about 8 million km (5 million miles).
Well on its way to the Red Planet, Europe's Mars Express snapped this shot of Earth from a distance of about 8 million km (5 million miles).
2009 Monthly Sky Guides
2009 Monthly Sky Guides. Learn what is happening in 2009 and what has happened in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in the year 2009. Check the appropriate sky guide every month.
2009 Monthly Sky Guides. Learn what is happening in 2009 and what has happened in the past. Discover highlights of the night sky and learn what to look for in the year 2009. Check the appropriate sky guide every month.
Earth Pictures - The Earth-Moon System
Eight days after its final encounter with the Earth, the Galileo spacecraft looked back and captured this remarkable view of the Earth and Moon. The image was taken from a distance of about 6.2 million kilometers (3.9 million miles). - The picture was constructed from images taken through the violet, red, and 1.0-micron infrared filters.
Eight days after its final encounter with the Earth, the Galileo spacecraft looked back and captured this remarkable view of the Earth and Moon. The image was taken from a distance of about 6.2 million kilometers (3.9 million miles). - The picture was constructed from images taken through the violet, red, and 1.0-micron infrared filters.
Telescope Astronomy Basics
Discover the basics of telescope astronomy with this guide. Telescopes come in three basic designs; Refractor, Reflector, and Catadioptric. Telescope astronomy is often the goal of many amateur astronomers. Learn this information before purchasing an instrument for telescope astronomy.
Discover the basics of telescope astronomy with this guide. Telescopes come in three basic designs; Refractor, Reflector, and Catadioptric. Telescope astronomy is often the goal of many amateur astronomers. Learn this information before purchasing an instrument for telescope astronomy.
Earth Pictures - Home
This image of the Earth is one of 60 frames taken by the Voyager 1 spacecraft on Feb. 14, 1990 from a distance of approximately 4 billion miles and about 32 degrees above the ecliptic plane. - This image the Earth is a mere point of light, a crescent only 0.12 pixel in size. Our planet was caught in the center of one of the scattered light rays resulting from taking the image so close to the sun.
This image of the Earth is one of 60 frames taken by the Voyager 1 spacecraft on Feb. 14, 1990 from a distance of approximately 4 billion miles and about 32 degrees above the ecliptic plane. - This image the Earth is a mere point of light, a crescent only 0.12 pixel in size. Our planet was caught in the center of one of the scattered light rays resulting from taking the image so close to the sun.
Hubble Uncovers Dust Disk around a Massive Black Hole
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Uncovers Dust Disk around a Massive Black Hole - Resembling a gigantic hubcap in space, a 3,700-light-year-wide dust disk encircles a 300-million- solar-mass black hole in the center of the elliptical galaxy NGC 7052. - Roeland P. van der Marel (STScI), Frank C. van den Bosch (Univ. of Washington), and NASA
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Uncovers Dust Disk around a Massive Black Hole - Resembling a gigantic hubcap in space, a 3,700-light-year-wide dust disk encircles a 300-million- solar-mass black hole in the center of the elliptical galaxy NGC 7052. - Roeland P. van der Marel (STScI), Frank C. van den Bosch (Univ. of Washington), and NASA
People I Would Like to Meet
Here is a list of the top 10 astronomy and space people I would like to meet and/or have dinner with. Unfortunately, it probably will not happen. Several names on my list are now dead and the odds are against my meeting the living members as well.
Here is a list of the top 10 astronomy and space people I would like to meet and/or have dinner with. Unfortunately, it probably will not happen. Several names on my list are now dead and the odds are against my meeting the living members as well.
Earth Pictures - The Americas and Hurricane Andrew
Image taken on August 25, 1992 by NOAA GOES-7 weather satellite of the Americas and Hurricane Andrew as it makes landfall on the Louisiana coast.
Image taken on August 25, 1992 by NOAA GOES-7 weather satellite of the Americas and Hurricane Andrew as it makes landfall on the Louisiana coast.
September 11, 2001 Terroris...
On September 11, 2001, terrorists attacked the World Trade Center Twin Towers in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington. Read about 9/11/01 as viewed by Frank Culbertson on the International Space Station. Learn the reaction of astronauts including Frank Culbertson aboard the International Space Station as the World Trade Centers fell to terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001. Find out the effect of the 9 11 attack on the pentagon to the space program.
On September 11, 2001, terrorists attacked the World Trade Center Twin Towers in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington. Read about 9/11/01 as viewed by Frank Culbertson on the International Space Station. Learn the reaction of astronauts including Frank Culbertson aboard the International Space Station as the World Trade Centers fell to terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001. Find out the effect of the 9 11 attack on the pentagon to the space program.
Earth Pictures - South Polar Projection of Earth
This view of the Earth shows a wonderfully unique but physically impossible view of the southern hemisphere and Antarctica. While a spacecraft could find itself directly over the Earth's pole, roughly half of the image should be in darkness! This view was created by mosaicing together several images taken by Galileo over a 24 hour period and projecting them as they would be seen from above the pole.
This view of the Earth shows a wonderfully unique but physically impossible view of the southern hemisphere and Antarctica. While a spacecraft could find itself directly over the Earth's pole, roughly half of the image should be in darkness! This view was created by mosaicing together several images taken by Galileo over a 24 hour period and projecting them as they would be seen from above the pole.
Astronomy 101 - Final Exam
Free Basic Astronomy course. Astronomy 101 - Pass a simple 20 question quiz to receive your certificate.
Free Basic Astronomy course. Astronomy 101 - Pass a simple 20 question quiz to receive your certificate.
Earth Pictures - SeaWinds Global Coverage with Detail of Hurricane Floyd
The distribution of ocean surface winds over the Atlantic Ocean, based on September 1999 data from NASA's SeaWinds instrument on the Quikscat satellite, shows wind direction (white streamlines) at a resolution of 25 kilometers (15.5 miles), superimposed on the color image indicating wind speed. - Over the ocean, the strong (seen in violet) trade winds blow steadily from the cooler subtropical oceans to warm waters just north of the equator.
The distribution of ocean surface winds over the Atlantic Ocean, based on September 1999 data from NASA's SeaWinds instrument on the Quikscat satellite, shows wind direction (white streamlines) at a resolution of 25 kilometers (15.5 miles), superimposed on the color image indicating wind speed. - Over the ocean, the strong (seen in violet) trade winds blow steadily from the cooler subtropical oceans to warm waters just north of the equator.
Visiting Johnson Space Center
Space Center Houston, also known as Johnson Space Center is a place where people can experience space -- from its dramatic history and exciting present to its compelling future. Johnson Space Center Houston is the only place on Earth that gives guests an out-of-this-world journey through human adventures into space. Discover more about Space Center Houston here.
Space Center Houston, also known as Johnson Space Center is a place where people can experience space -- from its dramatic history and exciting present to its compelling future. Johnson Space Center Houston is the only place on Earth that gives guests an out-of-this-world journey through human adventures into space. Discover more about Space Center Houston here.
Jupiter
Jupiter - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Jupiter. Jupiter. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Jupiter planetary data and graphics.
Jupiter - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Jupiter. Jupiter. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Jupiter planetary data and graphics.
Google Earth
Dive from space to practically any address you choose. Want to see what your house looks like in a satellite image? Now, you have the chance with the free 3D mapping and search product, Google Earth. Google Earth launched in June of 2005. Google Earth is a satellite imagery-based mapping product that combines 3D buildings and terrain with mapping capability and search. Google Earth is a free download.
Dive from space to practically any address you choose. Want to see what your house looks like in a satellite image? Now, you have the chance with the free 3D mapping and search product, Google Earth. Google Earth launched in June of 2005. Google Earth is a satellite imagery-based mapping product that combines 3D buildings and terrain with mapping capability and search. Google Earth is a free download.
6 Things About Telescopes
So, you want to know how to buy a telescope. Being a knowledgeable consumer is key Before you go shopping, learn as much as you can about telescopes. We will try to help you get started here, with the six things you need to know about how to buy a telescope.
So, you want to know how to buy a telescope. Being a knowledgeable consumer is key Before you go shopping, learn as much as you can about telescopes. We will try to help you get started here, with the six things you need to know about how to buy a telescope.
Venus
Venus - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Venus. Venus. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Venus planetary data and graphics.
Venus - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Venus. Venus. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Venus planetary data and graphics.
What Neil & Buzz Left on Moon
Ringed by footprints, sitting in the moondust, lies a 2-foot wide panel studded with 100 mirrors pointing at Earth: the "lunar laser ranging retroreflector array." Apollo 11 astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong put it there on July 21, 1969, about an hour before the end of their final moonwalk. Thirty-five years later, it's the only Apollo science experiment still running.
Ringed by footprints, sitting in the moondust, lies a 2-foot wide panel studded with 100 mirrors pointing at Earth: the "lunar laser ranging retroreflector array." Apollo 11 astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong put it there on July 21, 1969, about an hour before the end of their final moonwalk. Thirty-five years later, it's the only Apollo science experiment still running.
Great Wall of China
Even the game, Trivial Pursuit claims that the Great Wall of China is the only man-made object visible by NASA astronauts from space or from the moon with the naked eye. It's a space urban legend. While many man-made objects are visible, the Great Wall of China generally isn't, at least to the unaided eye in low Earth orbit. It certainly isn't visible from the Moon.
Even the game, Trivial Pursuit claims that the Great Wall of China is the only man-made object visible by NASA astronauts from space or from the moon with the naked eye. It's a space urban legend. While many man-made objects are visible, the Great Wall of China generally isn't, at least to the unaided eye in low Earth orbit. It certainly isn't visible from the Moon.
Hubble Space Telescope
The Hubble Telescope, NASA's first space based telescope was named for American astronomer Edwin P. Hubble. Dr. Hubble confirmed an "expanding" universe, which provided the foundation for the Big Bang theory. The Hubble Telescope provide a closer look at the universe around us.
The Hubble Telescope, NASA's first space based telescope was named for American astronomer Edwin P. Hubble. Dr. Hubble confirmed an "expanding" universe, which provided the foundation for the Big Bang theory. The Hubble Telescope provide a closer look at the universe around us.
Mars
Discover Mars
Discover Mars
Frequently Asked Questions ...
Browse these Frequently Asked Questions About Space & Astronomy. Learn the answers to Astronomy Questions & Space Questions This feature of our Basics Series; What You Need To Know About Space provides answers to astronomy questions and space questions. Discover the answers to some frequently asked questions about space.
Browse these Frequently Asked Questions About Space & Astronomy. Learn the answers to Astronomy Questions & Space Questions This feature of our Basics Series; What You Need To Know About Space provides answers to astronomy questions and space questions. Discover the answers to some frequently asked questions about space.
Neil Armstrong Pictures - Astronaut Neil Armstrong during water egress training
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong climbs into a boilerplate model of the Gemini spacecraft during water egress training on the Gulf of Mexico.
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong climbs into a boilerplate model of the Gemini spacecraft during water egress training on the Gulf of Mexico.
Abrasive Collision Black Eye
Hubble Space Telescope Image - An Abrasive Collision Gives One Galaxy a "Black Eye". A collision of two galaxies has left a merged star system with an unusual appearance as well as bizarre internal motions. Messier 64 (M64) has a spectacular dark band of absorbing dust in front of the galaxy's bright nucleus, giving rise to its nicknames of the "Black Eye" or "Evil Eye" galaxy.
Hubble Space Telescope Image - An Abrasive Collision Gives One Galaxy a "Black Eye". A collision of two galaxies has left a merged star system with an unusual appearance as well as bizarre internal motions. Messier 64 (M64) has a spectacular dark band of absorbing dust in front of the galaxy's bright nucleus, giving rise to its nicknames of the "Black Eye" or "Evil Eye" galaxy.
The Sun
Sun. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our sun. Solar data and graphics.
Sun. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our sun. Solar data and graphics.
Level 2 & 3 Model Rocket Kits
Model rocketry is a great tool for learning about space exploration and physics. It is also a fun hobby. Blast your own model rockets into space with this fun and exciting hobby. Here, we feature some of the best skill level 2 (two) and 3 (three) model rocket kits. Find the model rocket kit that is right for you.
Model rocketry is a great tool for learning about space exploration and physics. It is also a fun hobby. Blast your own model rockets into space with this fun and exciting hobby. Here, we feature some of the best skill level 2 (two) and 3 (three) model rocket kits. Find the model rocket kit that is right for you.
What Is The Solar System?
Solar means dealing with the sun, Sol. Our sun is just a star, the closest one to Planet Earth. The Solar System is everything that centers around the sun. That includes 8 planets as well as some smaller objects such as asteroids, comets and meteoroids. Previously, we had considered one of those smaller objects to be a ninth planet, but last year, the International Astronomical Union decided that Pluto is a Dwarf Planet.
Solar means dealing with the sun, Sol. Our sun is just a star, the closest one to Planet Earth. The Solar System is everything that centers around the sun. That includes 8 planets as well as some smaller objects such as asteroids, comets and meteoroids. Previously, we had considered one of those smaller objects to be a ninth planet, but last year, the International Astronomical Union decided that Pluto is a Dwarf Planet.
Handle on the Sun
Extreme Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (EIT) image of a huge, handle-shaped prominence taken on Sept. 14,1999. Taken in the 304 angstrom wavelength, prominences are huge clouds of relatively cool dense plasma suspended in the Sun's hot, thin corona. At times, they can erupt, escaping the Sun's atmosphere.
Extreme Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (EIT) image of a huge, handle-shaped prominence taken on Sept. 14,1999. Taken in the 304 angstrom wavelength, prominences are huge clouds of relatively cool dense plasma suspended in the Sun's hot, thin corona. At times, they can erupt, escaping the Sun's atmosphere.
Space Firsts Quiz - Try Your Luck Out on The Simple Quiz About Space Firsts
Space Firsts Quiz Try Your Hand at This Simple Quiz About Space First
Space Firsts Quiz Try Your Hand at This Simple Quiz About Space First
Earth Pictures - The Americas and Hurricane Andrew
Image taken on August 25, 1992 by NOAA GOES-7 of the Americas and Hurricane Andrew.
Image taken on August 25, 1992 by NOAA GOES-7 of the Americas and Hurricane Andrew.
Cities Around World
You can view free sky maps as seen from various cities around the globe. Your Guide offers this online planetarium which gives you three ways to view the sky and produce free sky maps.
You can view free sky maps as seen from various cities around the globe. Your Guide offers this online planetarium which gives you three ways to view the sky and produce free sky maps.
Astronomy 101 - History
Early History of Astronomy. The study of our Universe is not new, the history of astronomy shows it to be the oldest science. People have been looking up, trying to explain the universe for as long as there have been people. Here, in lesson 1, we look at the early history of astronomy. We’ll look at ancient astronomers and their contributions to the history of astronomy.
Early History of Astronomy. The study of our Universe is not new, the history of astronomy shows it to be the oldest science. People have been looking up, trying to explain the universe for as long as there have been people. Here, in lesson 1, we look at the early history of astronomy. We’ll look at ancient astronomers and their contributions to the history of astronomy.
Constellations Pictures - Andromeda - Picture of the Constellation Andromeda
Andromeda, daughter of Cepheus and Cassiopeia. - Genitive: Andromedae Abbreviations: And, Andr Right Ascension, (h): 1 Declination, (deg): 40N
Andromeda, daughter of Cepheus and Cassiopeia. - Genitive: Andromedae Abbreviations: And, Andr Right Ascension, (h): 1 Declination, (deg): 40N
Pythagoras of Samos Pictures - Pythagoras the Mathematician
Unfortunately, the actual date or place of Pythagoras's death has been lost to history. However, his impact on that history still resonates today.
Unfortunately, the actual date or place of Pythagoras's death has been lost to history. However, his impact on that history still resonates today.
Astronaut Neil Armstrong participates in simulation of moon's surface
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, wearing an Extravehicular Mobility Unit, deploys a lunar surface television camera during lunar surface simulation training in bldg 9, Manned Spacecraft Center. Armstrong is the prime crew commander of the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission.
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, wearing an Extravehicular Mobility Unit, deploys a lunar surface television camera during lunar surface simulation training in bldg 9, Manned Spacecraft Center. Armstrong is the prime crew commander of the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission.
Earth Pictures - SMART-1 Looks Back
The first picture of Earth taken by the SMART-1 spacecraft on 21 May 2004 from a distance of 70,000 kilometres. The image shows from top left, Scandinavia, Denmark, United Kingdom and clear west and northern France. Southern France and Spain are at the centre under cloud cover. North Africa is bottom right (in the full-resoltion image).
The first picture of Earth taken by the SMART-1 spacecraft on 21 May 2004 from a distance of 70,000 kilometres. The image shows from top left, Scandinavia, Denmark, United Kingdom and clear west and northern France. Southern France and Spain are at the centre under cloud cover. North Africa is bottom right (in the full-resoltion image).
Asteroid On Collision Cours...
It appears that life may be imitating art. If you watched either of the 1998 movies Deep Impact or Armageddon, you may have an idea of the future that faces Earth.
It appears that life may be imitating art. If you watched either of the 1998 movies Deep Impact or Armageddon, you may have an idea of the future that faces Earth.
Hubble Spies Globular Cluster in Neighboring Galaxy
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Spies Globular Cluster in Neighboring Galaxy - Hubble Space Telescope has captured a view of a globular cluster called G1, a large, bright ball of light in the center of the photograph consisting of at least 300,000 old stars. - Michael Rich, Kenneth Mighell, James D. Neill (Columbia), Wendy Freedman (Carnegie Obs), and NASA
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Spies Globular Cluster in Neighboring Galaxy - Hubble Space Telescope has captured a view of a globular cluster called G1, a large, bright ball of light in the center of the photograph consisting of at least 300,000 old stars. - Michael Rich, Kenneth Mighell, James D. Neill (Columbia), Wendy Freedman (Carnegie Obs), and NASA
Hubble Discovers Black Holes in Unexpected Places
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Discovers Black Holes in Unexpected Places - These two globular star clusters, M15 and G1, harbor hundreds of thousands of stars. But deep within their dense cores is an unexpected guest: a class of intermediate-sized black holes. Black holes are invisible, but the probing eye of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope found them by measuring the velocities of stars whirling around the crowded cores.
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Hubble Discovers Black Holes in Unexpected Places - These two globular star clusters, M15 and G1, harbor hundreds of thousands of stars. But deep within their dense cores is an unexpected guest: a class of intermediate-sized black holes. Black holes are invisible, but the probing eye of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope found them by measuring the velocities of stars whirling around the crowded cores.
Earth Pictures - SeaWinds - Oceans, Land, Polar Regions
The SeaWinds scatterometer on the QuikSCAT satellite makes global radar measurements -- day and night, in clear sky and through clouds. The radar data over the oceans provide scientists and weather forecasters with information on surface wind speed and direction. Scientists also use the radar measurements directly to learn about changes in vegetation and ice extent over land and polar regions.
The SeaWinds scatterometer on the QuikSCAT satellite makes global radar measurements -- day and night, in clear sky and through clouds. The radar data over the oceans provide scientists and weather forecasters with information on surface wind speed and direction. Scientists also use the radar measurements directly to learn about changes in vegetation and ice extent over land and polar regions.
Astronaut Costumes for Kids
Want an astronaut costume idea? From Halloween to costume parties to plays or skits, any time you need costume ideas, check out these space related costumes for kids. From astronaut costumes to alien costumes ideas.
Want an astronaut costume idea? From Halloween to costume parties to plays or skits, any time you need costume ideas, check out these space related costumes for kids. From astronaut costumes to alien costumes ideas.
Dr. Mae C. Jemison
Dr. Mae Jemison was the first African-American female astronaut in Space. Dr. Mae Jemison is "Not Limited By The Imagination of Others." Dr. Mae Jemison is well-versed in African and African-American Studies, speaks fluent Russian, Japanese, and Swahili, as well as English and is trained in dance and choreography. This is a brief biography of Doctor Mae C. Jemison.
Dr. Mae Jemison was the first African-American female astronaut in Space. Dr. Mae Jemison is "Not Limited By The Imagination of Others." Dr. Mae Jemison is well-versed in African and African-American Studies, speaks fluent Russian, Japanese, and Swahili, as well as English and is trained in dance and choreography. This is a brief biography of Doctor Mae C. Jemison.
Moon Landing Sites
This image shows the locations of many spacecraft that have landed on the Moon. Green triangles are Apollo missions, yellow are NASA Surveyor missions and red are Russian Luna spacecraft.
This image shows the locations of many spacecraft that have landed on the Moon. Green triangles are Apollo missions, yellow are NASA Surveyor missions and red are Russian Luna spacecraft.
Neil Armstrong Pictures - Apollo 11 Armstrong - Collins - Aldrin
Apollo 11 Armstrong - Collins - Aldrin
Apollo 11 Armstrong - Collins - Aldrin
Saturn
Saturn - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Saturn. Saturn. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Saturn planetary data and graphics.
Saturn - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Saturn. Saturn. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Saturn planetary data and graphics.
Ring Around a Suspected Black Hole in Galaxy NGC 4261
The gravitational pull of a suspected super-massive black hole forms a frisbee-like disk of cool gas, at the core of an energetic galaxy. Subsequent Hubble observations of yet another active galaxy (M87) confirmed the reality of monstrous black holes gravitational "sink holes" that trap everything, even light.
The gravitational pull of a suspected super-massive black hole forms a frisbee-like disk of cool gas, at the core of an energetic galaxy. Subsequent Hubble observations of yet another active galaxy (M87) confirmed the reality of monstrous black holes gravitational "sink holes" that trap everything, even light.
Glossary
Astronomy and Space Online Dictionary and Glossary. An ever growing online dictionary / glossary of space and astronomy definitions. Find the definitions for all your space and astronomy related words in this online dictionary - glossary. Astronomy and Space Online Dictionary and Glossary.
Astronomy and Space Online Dictionary and Glossary. An ever growing online dictionary / glossary of space and astronomy definitions. Find the definitions for all your space and astronomy related words in this online dictionary - glossary. Astronomy and Space Online Dictionary and Glossary.
Neil Armstrong Pictures - Armstrong practices in Lunar Module simulator
Neil A. Armstrong, Commander for the Apollo 11 Moon-landing mission, practices for the historic event in a Lunar Module simulator in the Flight Crew Training building at KSC. Accompanying Armstrong on the Moon flight will be Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin E. Aldrin Jr.
Neil A. Armstrong, Commander for the Apollo 11 Moon-landing mission, practices for the historic event in a Lunar Module simulator in the Flight Crew Training building at KSC. Accompanying Armstrong on the Moon flight will be Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin E. Aldrin Jr.
Did Galileo Invent
Did Galileo Invent the Telescope? Frequently Asked Questions About Space. Did Galileo Invent the Telescope?
Did Galileo Invent the Telescope? Frequently Asked Questions About Space. Did Galileo Invent the Telescope?
How Do Rockets Fly?
How Do Rockets Fly? - A Backyard Science Experiment. Watch Newton's third law of Motion in Action. Equipment Needed: Drinking Straw, String, Long Balloon, Transparent Tape, and a Clothespin. As you watch your balloon rocket fly along the string, you are observing Newton's Third Law of Motion; For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
How Do Rockets Fly? - A Backyard Science Experiment. Watch Newton's third law of Motion in Action. Equipment Needed: Drinking Straw, String, Long Balloon, Transparent Tape, and a Clothespin. As you watch your balloon rocket fly along the string, you are observing Newton's Third Law of Motion; For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
Perseid Meteor Shower
Perseid Meteor Shower - A Spectacular Astronomy Fireworks Show. April showers bring May flowers, they say, so, what does a shower in August bring? Meteors. The Perseid Meteor Shower, to be exact. Like a messy tourist, the comet Swift-Tuttle passed through our solar system in 1863 & 1992 leaving behind its trash; tiny grains of ice, dust, rock, & other debris. As the Earth makes its trip around the sun, we pass through this debris field with some spectacular results, The Perseid Meteor Shower.
Perseid Meteor Shower - A Spectacular Astronomy Fireworks Show. April showers bring May flowers, they say, so, what does a shower in August bring? Meteors. The Perseid Meteor Shower, to be exact. Like a messy tourist, the comet Swift-Tuttle passed through our solar system in 1863 & 1992 leaving behind its trash; tiny grains of ice, dust, rock, & other debris. As the Earth makes its trip around the sun, we pass through this debris field with some spectacular results, The Perseid Meteor Shower.
NASA Spinoffs - Apollo Inventi
Every day, in a variety of ways, American lives are touched by space technology. Since 1976, about 1,400 documented NASA inventions have benefited U.S. industry, improved the quality of life and created jobs for Americans. The Apollo program has helped change the way of life in America, especially in health care. Here are some of the inventions contributed by the Apollo program.
Every day, in a variety of ways, American lives are touched by space technology. Since 1976, about 1,400 documented NASA inventions have benefited U.S. industry, improved the quality of life and created jobs for Americans. The Apollo program has helped change the way of life in America, especially in health care. Here are some of the inventions contributed by the Apollo program.
Great Moon Landing Hoax
Was the Moon Landing in the 1960's a hoax? Some people claim that NASA lied about the Apollo program and faked the Moon landings. Actually, it would have been harder to fake the moon landings than to do it! Still, many people are confused about it, so let's clear it up the Moon Landing Hoax confusion.
Was the Moon Landing in the 1960's a hoax? Some people claim that NASA lied about the Apollo program and faked the Moon landings. Actually, it would have been harder to fake the moon landings than to do it! Still, many people are confused about it, so let's clear it up the Moon Landing Hoax confusion.
NASA Spitzer Shares The Wealth
Like a philanthropist donating a prized collection to a museum, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has opened a virtual vault rich with scientific data. The Spitzer Science Archive now provides astronomers access to the infrared telescope's data well before the mission's one-year anniversary in space. NASA Spitzer Shares The Wealth - Spitzer Space Telescope Image.
Like a philanthropist donating a prized collection to a museum, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has opened a virtual vault rich with scientific data. The Spitzer Science Archive now provides astronomers access to the infrared telescope's data well before the mission's one-year anniversary in space. NASA Spitzer Shares The Wealth - Spitzer Space Telescope Image.
A Handle on the Sun
An enormous magnetic loop of hot gases creates a glowing handle on the Sun. The June 9 'prominence' was caused by explosive instabilities in the Sun's magnetic field.
An enormous magnetic loop of hot gases creates a glowing handle on the Sun. The June 9 'prominence' was caused by explosive instabilities in the Sun's magnetic field.
Mercury
Mercury - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Mercury. Mercury. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Mercury planetary data and graphics.
Mercury - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Mercury. Mercury. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Mercury planetary data and graphics.
X-Rays Emanate From Heated Material Falling Into Black Hole
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - X-Rays Emanate From Heated Material Falling Into Black Hole - Astronomers unveiled the deepest images from NASA's new Spitzer Space Telescope today, and announced the detection of distant objects including several supermassive black holes that are nearly invisible in even the deepest images from telescopes operating at other wavelengths. - NASA, ESA, A. M. Koekemoer (STScI), M. Dickinson (NOAO) and The GOODS Team
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - X-Rays Emanate From Heated Material Falling Into Black Hole - Astronomers unveiled the deepest images from NASA's new Spitzer Space Telescope today, and announced the detection of distant objects including several supermassive black holes that are nearly invisible in even the deepest images from telescopes operating at other wavelengths. - NASA, ESA, A. M. Koekemoer (STScI), M. Dickinson (NOAO) and The GOODS Team
The Human Body In A Vacuum
What Happens To The Human Body In A Vacuum? Arnold Schwarzenegger - "Total Recall" Possible? The question is, what happens to the human body in a vacuum? Nope, the body won't blow up. Your blood won't boil, either.
What Happens To The Human Body In A Vacuum? Arnold Schwarzenegger - "Total Recall" Possible? The question is, what happens to the human body in a vacuum? Nope, the body won't blow up. Your blood won't boil, either.
Pluto Picture - Pluto
An artist's conception of Pluto and its moon Charon.
An artist's conception of Pluto and its moon Charon.
Earth
Earth - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Earth. Earth. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Earth planetary data and graphics.
Earth - Pictures and Astronomy Facts - Solar System Planetary Astronomical Data and Images of Earth. Earth. Astronomy Guide to Space exploration close to home. Information on our solar system. Earth planetary data and graphics.
Feasting Black Hole Blows Bubbles
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Feasting Black Hole Blows Bubbles - A monstrous black hole's rude table manners include blowing huge bubbles of hot gas into space. At least, that's the gustatory practice followed by the supermassive black hole residing in the hub of the nearby galaxy NGC 4438. Known as a peculiar galaxy because of its unusual shape, NGC 4438 is in the Virgo Cluster, 50 million light-years from Earth. - NASA and Jeffrey Kenney and Elizabeth Yale (Yale University)
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Feasting Black Hole Blows Bubbles - A monstrous black hole's rude table manners include blowing huge bubbles of hot gas into space. At least, that's the gustatory practice followed by the supermassive black hole residing in the hub of the nearby galaxy NGC 4438. Known as a peculiar galaxy because of its unusual shape, NGC 4438 is in the Virgo Cluster, 50 million light-years from Earth. - NASA and Jeffrey Kenney and Elizabeth Yale (Yale University)
Moonrise
A quarter moon is visible in this oblique view of Earth's horizon and airglow, recorded with a digital still camera on the final mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Columbia's crew was killed on Feb. 1, 2003 when the shuttle broke up on re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
A quarter moon is visible in this oblique view of Earth's horizon and airglow, recorded with a digital still camera on the final mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Columbia's crew was killed on Feb. 1, 2003 when the shuttle broke up on re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
Apollo 1 Mission and Fire Pictures - Apollo 1 Fire
Officially designated Apollo/Saturn 204, but more commonly known as Apollo 1, this close-up view of the interior of the Command Module shows the effects of the intense heat of the flash fire which killed the prime crew during a routine training exercise. While strapped into their seats inside the Command Module atop the giant Saturn V Moon rocket, a faulty electrical switch created a spark which ignited the pure oxygen environment.
Officially designated Apollo/Saturn 204, but more commonly known as Apollo 1, this close-up view of the interior of the Command Module shows the effects of the intense heat of the flash fire which killed the prime crew during a routine training exercise. While strapped into their seats inside the Command Module atop the giant Saturn V Moon rocket, a faulty electrical switch created a spark which ignited the pure oxygen environment.
Constellations Pictures - Aries - Picture of the Constellation Aries
The Ram - Genitive: Arietis Abbreviations: Ari, Arie Right Ascension, (h): 3 Declination, (deg): 20N
The Ram - Genitive: Arietis Abbreviations: Ari, Arie Right Ascension, (h): 3 Declination, (deg): 20N
Buy a Telescope
If you have spent some time observing the sky with your naked eyes, you may be considering moving on to a telescope. Purchasing your first telescope can be a daunting task. Before you buy a telescope, use this guide to help in your decision process. Before You Buy a Telescope
If you have spent some time observing the sky with your naked eyes, you may be considering moving on to a telescope. Purchasing your first telescope can be a daunting task. Before you buy a telescope, use this guide to help in your decision process. Before You Buy a Telescope
Astronaut Neil Armstrong participates in simulation training
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, Apollo 11 commander, participates in simulation training in preparation for the scheduled lunar landing mission. He is in the Apollo Lunar Module Mission SImulator in the Kennedy Space Center's Flight Crew Training Building.
Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, Apollo 11 commander, participates in simulation training in preparation for the scheduled lunar landing mission. He is in the Apollo Lunar Module Mission SImulator in the Kennedy Space Center's Flight Crew Training Building.
Constellations Pictures - Aquarius - Picture of the Constellation Aquarius
The Water Carrier - Genitive: Aquarii Abbreviations: Aqr, Aqar Right Ascension, (h): 23 Declination, (deg): 15S
The Water Carrier - Genitive: Aquarii Abbreviations: Aqr, Aqar Right Ascension, (h): 23 Declination, (deg): 15S
Fireworks Near a Black Hole in the Core of Seyfert Galaxy NGC 4151
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Fireworks Near a Black Hole in the Core of Seyfert Galaxy NGC 4151 - The Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph (STIS) simultaneously records, in unprecedented detail, the velocities of hundreds of gas knots streaming at hundreds of thousands of miles per hour from the nucleus of NGC 4151, thought to house a supermassive black hole. - John Hutchings (DAO), Bruce Woodgate (GSFC/NASA), Mary Beth Kaiser (JHU), Steven Kraemer (CUA), the STIS Team, and NASA
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Fireworks Near a Black Hole in the Core of Seyfert Galaxy NGC 4151 - The Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph (STIS) simultaneously records, in unprecedented detail, the velocities of hundreds of gas knots streaming at hundreds of thousands of miles per hour from the nucleus of NGC 4151, thought to house a supermassive black hole. - John Hutchings (DAO), Bruce Woodgate (GSFC/NASA), Mary Beth Kaiser (JHU), Steven Kraemer (CUA), the STIS Team, and NASA
Neil Armstrong Quotations
Born on August 5, 1930 on his grandparents’ farm in Auglaize County, Ohio, Neil Armstrong became the first man on the moon on July 20, 1969 during the Apollo 11 mission. These quotations are by and about Neil Armstrong, first man on the moon. Find quotes said by Armstrong as well as quotations about Neil.
Born on August 5, 1930 on his grandparents’ farm in Auglaize County, Ohio, Neil Armstrong became the first man on the moon on July 20, 1969 during the Apollo 11 mission. These quotations are by and about Neil Armstrong, first man on the moon. Find quotes said by Armstrong as well as quotations about Neil.
Earth Globes
Find Earth Globes here. A globe is an item with the shape of a sphere and is often used as a synonym with Earth itself. In this case, we are discussing a representation of the earth in the form of a hollow ball with a map imposed over the surface. These Earth Globes are both fun and educational. Discover the Earth Globe that is right for your needs.
Find Earth Globes here. A globe is an item with the shape of a sphere and is often used as a synonym with Earth itself. In this case, we are discussing a representation of the earth in the form of a hollow ball with a map imposed over the surface. These Earth Globes are both fun and educational. Discover the Earth Globe that is right for your needs.
Giant Disk of Cold Gas and Dust Fuels Possible Black Hole at Core of NGC 4261
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Giant Disk of Cold Gas and Dust Fuels Possible Black Hole at the Core of NGC 4261 - Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have gotten their best look yet at the disk of material that surrounds and is being pulled into a suspected black hole. - Walter Jaffe/Leiden Observatory, Holland Ford/JHU/STScI, and NASA
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Giant Disk of Cold Gas and Dust Fuels Possible Black Hole at the Core of NGC 4261 - Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have gotten their best look yet at the disk of material that surrounds and is being pulled into a suspected black hole. - Walter Jaffe/Leiden Observatory, Holland Ford/JHU/STScI, and NASA
Pluto Picture - Pluto in True Color
Pluto is mostly brown. This picture captures the true colors of Pluto as well as the highest surface resolution so far recovered. No spacecraft has yet visited this most distant planet in our Solar System. The above map was created by tracking brightness changes from Earth of Pluto during times when it was being partially eclipsed by its moon Charon. The map therefore shows the hemisphere of Pluto that faces Charon.
Pluto is mostly brown. This picture captures the true colors of Pluto as well as the highest surface resolution so far recovered. No spacecraft has yet visited this most distant planet in our Solar System. The above map was created by tracking brightness changes from Earth of Pluto during times when it was being partially eclipsed by its moon Charon. The map therefore shows the hemisphere of Pluto that faces Charon.
Moon Color Composite
This color image of the Moon was taken by the Galileo spacecraft at 9:35 a.m. PST Dec. 9, 1990, at a range of about 350,000 miles. The color composite uses monochrome images taken through violet, red, and near-infrared filters. The concentric, circular Orientale basin, 600 miles across, is near the center; the nearside is to the right, the far side to the left. At the upper right is the large, dark Oceanus Procellarum; below it is the smaller Mare Humorum.
This color image of the Moon was taken by the Galileo spacecraft at 9:35 a.m. PST Dec. 9, 1990, at a range of about 350,000 miles. The color composite uses monochrome images taken through violet, red, and near-infrared filters. The concentric, circular Orientale basin, 600 miles across, is near the center; the nearside is to the right, the far side to the left. At the upper right is the large, dark Oceanus Procellarum; below it is the smaller Mare Humorum.
Globular Cluster M31 G1
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Globular Cluster M31 G1 - Medium-size black holes actually do exist, according to the latest findings from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, but scientists had to look in some unexpected places to find them. - NASA and Michael Rich (UCLA)
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - Globular Cluster M31 G1 - Medium-size black holes actually do exist, according to the latest findings from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, but scientists had to look in some unexpected places to find them. - NASA and Michael Rich (UCLA)
Space and Astronomy For Kids
Space and Astronomy For Kids. Find information, pictures, links, and other space and astronomy for kids resources. Take a Solar System Tour, have fun with the Space and Astronomy Activity Book, watch NASA Television, check out some Sky Maps, browse the Astronomy and Space Glossary, add an Astronomy and Space Computer Desktop Wallpaper, learn NASA Acronyms, join the SETI Team to help find life in the universe. Discover Space and Astronomy For Kids. Space and Astronomy For Kids.
Space and Astronomy For Kids. Find information, pictures, links, and other space and astronomy for kids resources. Take a Solar System Tour, have fun with the Space and Astronomy Activity Book, watch NASA Television, check out some Sky Maps, browse the Astronomy and Space Glossary, add an Astronomy and Space Computer Desktop Wallpaper, learn NASA Acronyms, join the SETI Team to help find life in the universe. Discover Space and Astronomy For Kids. Space and Astronomy For Kids.
Telescopes For Under \$300.00
Everyone has to start somewhere. If you have spent some time observing the sky with your naked eyes and a pair of binoculars, you may be ready to move on up to telescopes. Still, even though you want to have the best, it may not be a great idea to spend a lot of money until you're sure you will get your money's worth. Check here for some great reflectors and refractors. Less expensive telescopes.
Everyone has to start somewhere. If you have spent some time observing the sky with your naked eyes and a pair of binoculars, you may be ready to move on up to telescopes. Still, even though you want to have the best, it may not be a great idea to spend a lot of money until you're sure you will get your money's worth. Check here for some great reflectors and refractors. Less expensive telescopes.
STIS Records a Black Hole's Signature
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - STIS Records a Black Hole's Signature - The colorful "zigzag" on the right is not the work of a flamboyant artist, but the signature of a supermassive black hole in the center of galaxy M84, discovered by Hubble Space Telescope's Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph (STIS). - Gary Bower, Richard Green (NOAO), the STIS Instrument Definition Team, and NASA
Black Holes Pictures Gallery - STIS Records a Black Hole's Signature - The colorful "zigzag" on the right is not the work of a flamboyant artist, but the signature of a supermassive black hole in the center of galaxy M84, discovered by Hubble Space Telescope's Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph (STIS). - Gary Bower, Richard Green (NOAO), the STIS Instrument Definition Team, and NASA
The Moon
Discover the Moon with this Guide the Solar System. The Moon is the only natural satellite of the planet Earth. The moon was known as Luna to the Romans, Selene and Artemis to the Greeks, and many other names in other languages. Because of its size and rocky composition, the moon has also been called a terrestrial planet along with Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. The moon is the only extra-planetary body that a human has visited.
Discover the Moon with this Guide the Solar System. The Moon is the only natural satellite of the planet Earth. The moon was known as Luna to the Romans, Selene and Artemis to the Greeks, and many other names in other languages. Because of its size and rocky composition, the moon has also been called a terrestrial planet along with Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. The moon is the only extra-planetary body that a human has visited.
Astronaut Costumes
Astronauts are among the most admired people in the world. So, it's not surprising that many people wish to dress as an astronaut when costumes are required. Whether you are attending a costume party as an astronaut or going Trick or Treating, we have some great astronaut costume ideas for you.
Astronauts are among the most admired people in the world. So, it's not surprising that many people wish to dress as an astronaut when costumes are required. Whether you are attending a costume party as an astronaut or going Trick or Treating, we have some great astronaut costume ideas for you.
Build an Edible Space Shuttle
The Space Shuttle is called the Space Transportation System (STS). It can carry astronauts into space. It can take supplies to the Space Station. You can learn about the Space Shuttle and its parts by making a snack. Build an edible space shuttle.
The Space Shuttle is called the Space Transportation System (STS). It can carry astronauts into space. It can take supplies to the Space Station. You can learn about the Space Shuttle and its parts by making a snack. Build an edible space shuttle.
Guion "Guy" Bluford
Guion "Guy" Bluford - NASA Astronaut - First African American In Space. Guion "Guy" Bluford was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother was a teacher and his father an engineer. The Blufords encouraged all four of their sons to work hard and set their goals high. Guy, became the first African-American in space.
Guion "Guy" Bluford - NASA Astronaut - First African American In Space. Guion "Guy" Bluford was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother was a teacher and his father an engineer. The Blufords encouraged all four of their sons to work hard and set their goals high. Guy, became the first African-American in space.
30 Minutes Or Less Activities
These astronomy & space activities can keep you or your kids busy while they are learning and having fun at the same time. Great fun astronomy & space activities for a rainy day, weekend, or summer vacation.
These astronomy & space activities can keep you or your kids busy while they are learning and having fun at the same time. Great fun astronomy & space activities for a rainy day, weekend, or summer vacation.
Ursa Major - Pictures and Information on the Constellation Ursa Major
The Great Bear - Genitive: Ursa Majoris Abbreviations: UMa, U Maj Right Ascension, (h): 11 Declination, (deg): 50N
The Great Bear - Genitive: Ursa Majoris Abbreviations: UMa, U Maj Right Ascension, (h): 11 Declination, (deg): 50N
Stars - Quiz on Stars - Try Your Luck Out on The Simple Quiz About Stars. Learn how much you know about stars.
Stars - Quiz on Stars Try Your Hand at This Simple Quiz About Stars Discover What You Know About Star
Stars - Quiz on Stars Try Your Hand at This Simple Quiz About Stars Discover What You Know About Star
Telescope Purchase
Telescope Purchase - So, you've been stargazing for a while with your naked eye or binoculars and you want to move up to a telescope. Buying a telescope is one of the biggest decisions for an amateur astronomer. If you are not really sure how to buy a telescope, it can be a daunting task. Follow these simple steps and we'll tell you how to buy a telescope.
Telescope Purchase - So, you've been stargazing for a while with your naked eye or binoculars and you want to move up to a telescope. Buying a telescope is one of the biggest decisions for an amateur astronomer. If you are not really sure how to buy a telescope, it can be a daunting task. Follow these simple steps and we'll tell you how to buy a telescope.
Another Closeup view of Apollo Spacecraft 012 Command Module after flash fire
Closeup view of the interior of Apollo Spacecraft 012 Command Module at Pad 34 showing the effects of the intense heat of the flash fire which killed the prime crew of the Apollo/Saturn 204 mission. Astronauts Virgil I. Grissom, Edward H. White II, and Roger B. Chaffee lost their lives in the accidental fire.
Closeup view of the interior of Apollo Spacecraft 012 Command Module at Pad 34 showing the effects of the intense heat of the flash fire which killed the prime crew of the Apollo/Saturn 204 mission. Astronauts Virgil I. Grissom, Edward H. White II, and Roger B. Chaffee lost their lives in the accidental fire.
Stonehenge Monument
No one is really sure who built Stonehenge or why it was built. Early theories were that it was constructed by the Druids or even the Romans, but those theories were disproved in the 20th century, when it was shown that construction began on Stonehenge over 2,000 years before Celts, and later Romans, had even arrived in the area. Most people believe that Neolithic peoples of the British Isles started building the Stonehenge monument around 5,000 years ago.
No one is really sure who built Stonehenge or why it was built. Early theories were that it was constructed by the Druids or even the Romans, but those theories were disproved in the 20th century, when it was shown that construction began on Stonehenge over 2,000 years before Celts, and later Romans, had even arrived in the area. Most people believe that Neolithic peoples of the British Isles started building the Stonehenge monument around 5,000 years ago.
Visiting Glenn Research Center
NASA Glenn Visitor Center, a place to expand your horizons of knowledge about travel through air & space & gain a new perspective on the universe in which we live. A balance of interactive exhibits and historic artifacts present basic principles of science & engineering & inform you about a broad spectrum of NASA's aerospace programs & their benefits to humanity. NASA Glenn Visitor Center, located on site, inside the main gate. The Center is easily accessible from Cleveland's major highways.
NASA Glenn Visitor Center, a place to expand your horizons of knowledge about travel through air & space & gain a new perspective on the universe in which we live. A balance of interactive exhibits and historic artifacts present basic principles of science & engineering & inform you about a broad spectrum of NASA's aerospace programs & their benefits to humanity. NASA Glenn Visitor Center, located on site, inside the main gate. The Center is easily accessible from Cleveland's major highways.