Space Exploration and Astronomy

The scientific study of all celestial objects, such as planets, stars, and galaxies, as well as everything that occurs outside of the Earth’s atmosphere is called Astronomy. One major question presented by astronomy is ‘How was the universe formed and how has it changed since its formation?’ This question and others are examined through a [...]

What are Different Types of Astronomy Equipment Used to Observe the Sky?

The scientific study of all celestial objects, such as planets, stars, and galaxies, as well as everything that occurs outside of the Earth’s atmosphere is called Astronomy. One major question presented by astronomy is ‘How was the universe formed and how has it changed since its formation?’ This question and others are examined through a [...]

The Repair and Improvements to the Hubble Telescope

The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the most famous space telescopes ever conceived, having been in orbit for over nineteen years and counting and capturing some of the most breathtaking views of the galaxy ever taken. Named after the American astronomer, Edwin Hubble, the Hubble telescope is one of the largest and versatile telescopes [...]

Milky Way Galaxy

The Milky Way Galaxy, also known as the Milky Way or the Galaxy, is a galaxy which contains the Solar System in which Earth exists. The Milky Way is classified by astronomers as a “barred spiral galaxy” and is located within a group of other galaxies called a Local Group of galaxies. While the Milky [...]