In this part of the site we will explore topics regarding the general science of space and astronomy. Contact us if you have any topics you would like us to add. Articles will be updated often. Thank you for visiting and we hope you enjoy!
How Many Years
in a Light-Year?
Time vs. Distance
Join us while we unpack the interesting aspects and misconceptions of a light-year.
Total Solar Eclipse: The 5 Solar Eclipse Stages
A Total Eclipse of the Sun happens over several hours. Learn about this awe-inspiring event and its Five Stages from beginning to end.
What is a Solar Eclipse?
Unveiling the Mystery
“What is a Solar Eclipse?” Let’s unveil the mystery and expose the science, beauty, and thrill of witnessing this fantastic event.
How Long Would it Take to Travel One Light-Year?
We discuss the fascinating realm of space exploration, the concept of light-years and the time it would take to traverse these cosmic distances.
What is a Shooting Star? Falling Stars Explained
In this article we explain what a Shooting star is and where they come from.
What Color is The Moon?
Find out what color the Moon REALLY is and why it can look different from night to night.
What is a Gibbous Moon?
Discover why this lesser known phase called the Gibbous Moon is a great time to observe the lunar surface.
Calibrated Crater Sequenced Images
These charts can be used to assess resolution during visual observation.
Cassini and The Valley – Crash or Splash
Discussing the origins of the Cassini Crater. Crash or Splash?
Guide: Littrow to the Lake of Death
Exploring four regions of the Moon’s lunar surface from Littrow to the Lake of Death
Ptolemy’s Lunar Neighborhood
In this article we will explore the area surrounding the Moon crater Ptolemaeus.
Examining Humboldt Crater and Environs
We will take a look at the Imbrium crater Humboldt near the nascient evening terminator.
A Tale of Two Brothers and Their Craters
The Lunar Crater Pickering and Messier A have an interesting and uniquely interwoven history.
Magnification and Aperture
We discuss how far an observer can expect to be able to see through nominal seeing levels.
Resolution & Magnification
This article is divided into two parts, “Resolution Limits” and “Magnification Contrast and the Human Eye”.
Achromatic Refractors
This chart provides an outline for the equivalent chromatic aberration of achromatic refractors.