Astrophysics
Astrophysics: the branch of astronomy concerned with the physical nature of stars and other celestial bodies, and the application of the laws and theories of physics to the interpretation of astronomical observations. Among the objects studied are the Sun, other stars, galaxies, extrasolar planets, the interstellar medium and the cosmic microwave background. Their emissions are examined across all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, and the properties examined include luminosity, density, temperature, and chemical composition.
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NOV 12, 2018Space & Astronomy
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Space & Astronomy
NOV 12, 2018
SpaceX is perhaps best known for its Falcon 9 rocket, which frequently powers International Space Station resupply missions and ferries communication satel...
Written By:
Anthony Bouchard
NOV 11, 2018
Space & Astronomy
NOV 11, 2018
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket quickly became of the most prominent means of commercial and private satellite launches, but sending such a massive rocket t...
Written By:
Anthony Bouchard
NOV 11, 2018
Technology
NOV 11, 2018
Trying to capture the attention of alien astronomers sounds like pure pseudoscience or something ripped off the synopsis section of a science fiction novel...
Written By:
Nouran Amin
NOV 09, 2018
Chemistry & Physics
NOV 09, 2018
As humankind sets sight on the interstellar space, some may forget that there are still plenty of mysteries remained within our planetary backyard. Take Sa...
Written By:
Yin (Daniel) Duan
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Space & Astronomy
NOV 07, 2018
If you followed along when NASA’s New Horizons probe flew past Pluto in July 2015, then you probably remember all the stunning photographs taken of t...
Written By:
Anthony Bouchard
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Anthony Bouchard
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Anthony Bouchard
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