Contributing WriterRebecca Sohn is a freelance science writer. She writes about a variety of science, health and environmental topics, and is particularly interested in how science impacts people's lives. She has been an intern at CalMatters and STAT, as well as a science fellow at Mashable. Rebecca, a native of the Boston area, studied English literature and minored in music at Skidmore College in Upstate New York and later studied science journalism at New York University. Latest articles by Rebecca Sohn Are James Webb Space Telescope images really so colorful? By Rebecca Sohn published 16 January 25 How do images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) appear so colorful, and where do the colors come from? James Webb Space Telescope 'You could feel the energy and wonder': Despite clouds, totality wows crowds during solar eclipse in Syracuse By Rebecca Sohn published 13 April 24 The total solar eclipse on April 8 plunged Syracuse, New York's Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology into darkness for 90 seconds, creating a wondrous and memorable totality. Solar Eclipses The James Webb Space Telescope has solved a lot of puzzles, and created a few more By Rebecca Sohn published 4 April 24 Hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, the 2024 Isaac Asimov Memorial Debate surrounded the James Webb Space Telescope's scientific revolution. James Webb Space Telescope How long would it take to walk around Mars? By Rebecca Sohn published 18 March 24 Space mysteries In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time. Space mysteries Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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Are James Webb Space Telescope images really so colorful? By Rebecca Sohn published 16 January 25 How do images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) appear so colorful, and where do the colors come from? James Webb Space Telescope 'You could feel the energy and wonder': Despite clouds, totality wows crowds during solar eclipse in Syracuse By Rebecca Sohn published 13 April 24 The total solar eclipse on April 8 plunged Syracuse, New York's Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology into darkness for 90 seconds, creating a wondrous and memorable totality. Solar Eclipses The James Webb Space Telescope has solved a lot of puzzles, and created a few more By Rebecca Sohn published 4 April 24 Hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, the 2024 Isaac Asimov Memorial Debate surrounded the James Webb Space Telescope's scientific revolution. James Webb Space Telescope How long would it take to walk around Mars? By Rebecca Sohn published 18 March 24 Space mysteries In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time. Space mysteries Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
'You could feel the energy and wonder': Despite clouds, totality wows crowds during solar eclipse in Syracuse By Rebecca Sohn published 13 April 24 The total solar eclipse on April 8 plunged Syracuse, New York's Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology into darkness for 90 seconds, creating a wondrous and memorable totality. Solar Eclipses The James Webb Space Telescope has solved a lot of puzzles, and created a few more By Rebecca Sohn published 4 April 24 Hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, the 2024 Isaac Asimov Memorial Debate surrounded the James Webb Space Telescope's scientific revolution. James Webb Space Telescope How long would it take to walk around Mars? By Rebecca Sohn published 18 March 24 Space mysteries In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time. Space mysteries Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. 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The James Webb Space Telescope has solved a lot of puzzles, and created a few more By Rebecca Sohn published 4 April 24 Hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, the 2024 Isaac Asimov Memorial Debate surrounded the James Webb Space Telescope's scientific revolution. James Webb Space Telescope How long would it take to walk around Mars? By Rebecca Sohn published 18 March 24 Space mysteries In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time. Space mysteries Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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How long would it take to walk around Mars? By Rebecca Sohn published 18 March 24 Space mysteries In this space mysteries piece we take a look at how long it would take to walk around Mars and what factors would affect journey time. Space mysteries Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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Kitt Peak National Observatory: Facts, research and visitor information By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 March 24 Kitt Peak National Observatory, located about 56 miles from Tucson, Arizona, boasts two dozen telescopes for professional research, plus an extensive menu of programs for public visitors. Space Exploration What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. 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What is the smallest known planet? By Rebecca Sohn published 11 March 24 Space mysteries Although Kepler 37-b has held the title of "smallest planet" for over a decade, it won't hold that designation forever. Space mysteries What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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What are wormholes? By Nola Taylor Tillman, Ailsa Harvey last updated 5 March 24 Reference The wormhole theory postulates that a theoretical passage through space-time could create shortcuts for long journeys across the universe. Reference What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 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What are nacreous clouds? By Rebecca Sohn published 2 March 24 Reference Learn more about nacreous clouds, also known as polar stratospheric clouds. We take a look at how these colorful clouds form and why they're so rare. Reference 10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. 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10 fascinating facts about the moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 March 24 If you thought you knew all there is to know about the moon, think again. Here are 10 cool facts about Earth's lunar neighbor. The moon What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
What would happen if you moved at the speed of light? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 February 24 Space Mysteries We take a look at what would happen to the human body if it could travel at the speed of light. Space Mysteries Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Cancer constellation: Facts about the crab in the zodiac By Rebecca Sohn last updated 19 January 24 Reference Cancer the Crab is the dimmest constellation of the Zodiac yet it contains one of the brightest star clusters. Reference What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? By Rebecca Sohn published 15 January 24 We can't feel Earth spinning and you probably take it for granted, but what would happen if it stopped spinning? We take a look at the disastrous impacts it would have. Earth Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Yuri Gagarin: Facts about the first human in space By Rebecca Sohn last updated 11 January 24 Reference Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space when he orbited Earth in 1961 aboard the Vostok 1 space capsule. Reference Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Venus' atmosphere: Composition, clouds and weather By Rebecca Sohn last updated 10 January 24 Reference The atmosphere of Venus is thick with clouds of carbon dioxide and has led to an extreme version of the same greenhouse effect currently causing climate change on Earth. Reference What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
What is the biggest planet ever found? By Rebecca Sohn published 27 November 23 space mysteries In this space mysteries piece, we investigate the giants of our universe in search of the biggest planet. It might surprise you that there's more than one candidate. space mysteries Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Astronomical Unit: How far away is the sun? By Rebecca Sohn, Doris Elin Urrutia last updated 1 November 23 Reference Earth's distance from the sun averages about 93 million miles (150 million km), which scientists also call one astronomical unit (1 AU). Reference Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Andromeda Galaxy: Facts about our closest galactic neighbor By Nola Taylor Tillman, Rebecca Sohn last updated 26 October 23 Reference The Andromeda galaxy is the most distant object in the sky that you can see with your unaided eye. It's also on a collision course with our Milky Way. Reference Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Metal asteroid Psyche has a ridiculously high 'value.' But what does that even mean? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 October 23 NASA's upcoming Psyche mission could be incredibly valuable — not only for planetary science but also for the budding asteroid mining industry. Asteroids Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Jupiter's Great Red Spot: Everything you need to know By Rebecca Sohn last updated 1 September 23 Reference Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the largest storm in the solar system and has been raging for hundreds of years. We explore the phenomenon in more detail here. Reference Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Scorpius constellation: Facts about the Scorpion By Rebecca Sohn, Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated 30 July 23 Reference The Scorpius constellation is one of the 13 zodiac constellations and one of the brightest constellations in the sky. We explore the Scorpion in more detail here. Reference The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
The Pleiades: Facts about the "Seven Sisters" star cluster By Rebecca Sohn, Adam Mann last updated 19 July 23 Reference The Pleiades is a bright star cluster and a popular skywatching target. We take a look at where it is located and the mythology behind the famous asterism. Reference The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
The James Webb Space Telescope wraps 1st year peering across the universe. What has it discovered so far? By Rebecca Sohn published 12 July 23 Here is what the James Webb Space Telescope has been up to in its first year, and what might be next for the telescope that is already revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. James Webb Space Telescope Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Boötes constellation: Location, stars and mythology By Tim Childers, Rebecca Sohn last updated 28 June 23 Refrence Boötes is a constellation in the northern hemisphere containing one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Arcturus. Refrence Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. MORE FROM SPACE...'This all must end now.' NASA lab closures at Goddard Space Flight Center under Congressional scrutiny3Mars orbiter spies 'barcode' aftermath of rare Red Planet avalanche caused by meteoroid impact
Ice clouds high in Earth's atmosphere could help predict climate change. NASA wants a closer look By Rebecca Sohn published 2 June 23 An upcoming NASA mission will provide an unprecedented look at ice clouds at high altitudes in Earth's atmosphere. Climate Change Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference 1 2 3 Archives
Enceladus: Everything you need to know about Saturn's bright, icy moon By Rebecca Sohn last updated 27 May 23 Reference Enceladus is one of Saturn's many moons. The tiny icy world has the potential to harbor life and is one of the most intriguing destinations in the solar system. Reference