How to Teach Your Kids about Space

SaraRayne Feb 2, 2020

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Kids are insatiably curious, but that’s certainly not a bad thing, especially considering how much we know about the world. Today’s youngsters are in a perfect position to ask important questions, because...

How Did Venus Get So Hot?

SaraRayne Feb 2, 2020

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Venus has often been described as Earth’s twin, but really it’s the evil twin. With surface temperatures reaching over 800 degrees Fahrenheit and sulfuric acid rain, it’s not really an ideal world for...well...

How to Spot Andromeda in the Sky

SaraRayne Feb 2, 2020

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It was a startling day in science when researchers first came to the conclusion that not only are we located in a galaxy, but there are other galaxies out there. Just thinking about this fact is both...

How to Find Impact Craters on Earth

SaraRayne Feb 2, 2020

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The familiar sight of craters on the moon and in photographs of Mars gives rise to an important question in the world of astronomy: why doesn’t Earth have dozens of impact craters, too? What causes scars to...

How to Build a Particle Accelerator

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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There’s a lot of tech in the world for us to be excited about. Cell phones, refrigerators, cars, virtual reality...it has all changed the way we live our lives. One development that has an even bigger effect...

How to Visit CERN

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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Of all the research institutes in the world, CERN just might have the biggest international reputation. It serves as a testament to what happens when countries come together to advance science. Spanning...

Top 5 Planetariums Around the Country

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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Planetariums are wonderful places to experience space while staying here on Earth. For those who have never been able to see the full beauty of the stars (thanks a lot, light pollution) it can be simply...

Best TV Shows for Science Geeks

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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Science, without a doubt, rules. Or at least, that’s what those of us who grew up with Bill Nye the Science Guy learned when we were young. Science opens up the possibilities and lets us see the world for...

How to Teach Yourself Astronomy

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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We spend most of our lives only thinking Earth thoughts. What do I want to be when I grow up? Where will I live? What do I want to eat for breakfast? This isn’t surprising, given that we’ve created such...

How to Get Started with Astrophotography

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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Humans love photography. Maybe it’s because moments are fleeting and we want to hold onto them in some way, or maybe we just love the beauty of a landscape photo or the joy of a child smiling. Whatever the...

How Rockets Have Evolved

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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From the wheel to the cotton gin, there have been dozens of inventions over the decades that have changed humankind for good. One that has propelled us to new heights, both literally and figuratively, is the...

How We Got to the Moon (the first time)

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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There’s no denying that the moon landing was an impactful and significant event in human history. When the first astronauts stood on a chunk of rock that none of our kind had ever touched before, we began to...

How to Think Like a Scientist

SaraRayne Jan 26, 2020

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If you’re a fan of the scientific method, you probably rely on scientists to be able to interpret data and come to the conclusions that not only matter, but make sense. But why can’t we be the ones to draw...

Exploration Week - Seek Knowledge, Ask Questions, Win Prizes!

sward Jan 21, 2020

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Greetings explorers!​

This week on the Space.com forums it's all about seeking knowledge, asking questions and winning prizes! We have an amazing week...

How to Eat Like an Astronaut

SaraRayne Jan 19, 2020

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Life in space is pretty similar to life on Earth, other than the lack of gravity, the need for constant exercise to avoid bone decay, artificial atmosphere, and one heck of a view. Okay, so maybe it isn’t all...

How to Train Like an Astronaut

SaraRayne Jan 19, 2020

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There are tons of programs you can find online that teach you how to train like an Olympic athlete, ballerina, pro wrestler, and just about any other extremely fit individual you can think of. But you know...

Why Does Venus Sometimes Spin Faster or Slower?

SaraRayne Jan 19, 2020

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The Earth rotates on its axis at a rate of 1,000 miles per hour at the equator. This rotation results in our 24 hour day. It’s fairly consistent, and we rely on it to run our daily lives and societies. Venus...

How to Watch the Best Astronomical Events of 2020

SaraRayne Jan 19, 2020

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You know what they say: new year, new astronomical opportunities! If you missed out on some of the best meteor showers and space anomalies of 2019, it’s not too late to get prepared for 2020! Here’s what’s...

How Bacteria Survive in Space

SaraRayne Jan 19, 2020

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Space is daunting, dangerous, and even lethal...at least for humans. But did you know that some bacteria can happily survive and even thrive in space? That’s right, bacteria don’t just stand up against the...