The space environment is very different from what we live in on Earth. There is no gravity in space, and when you go over there for a mission, you don’t need to walk as long as you stay there. In …
The astronauts’ diet consists of different items, similar to what we consume on earth. Over a hundred various products are included in the menu used in the International Space Station, including but not limited to meal boxes, desserts, snacks, mustard, and ketchup. …
Ever since cosmonaut Yuri Gargarin achieved spaceflight in 1961, more than 600 human beings from all over the world have now been to space. But how do they make it back home safely? If you have ever seen pictures or …
Astronauts communicate with Earth while in space by using a variety of methods. One common way is to use radio waves, which can be sent and received by satellites. This is the primary way that astronauts talk to Mission Control …
Space exploration has gained traction, causing an advancement in scientific research. The benefits of space exploration are limitless – it can enhance Earth’s safety and spark people’s interest in science. You may have noticed that astronauts wear space suits and …
On June 1st NASA has announced that a decade-long wait is finally over. The first full-coloredimages and data from the James Webb Space Telescope will be revealed on July 12th, 2022.The photos release officially marks the beginning of a new …
You aren’t crazy if you think you’re seeing blue, twinkling stars. It isn’t your eyes playing tricks on you. Upon closer inspection, you might notice some stars flickering between red and blue, or some were not twinkling. You aren’t the …
Some people are curious about the moon. They may wonder how it got there or why we have moons. Alternatively, many people are so used to the moon in the sky that they ignore it—never asking questions about the rock …
The Apollo 11 moon landing undoubtedly made history. The mission put the first man on the moon. Apollo 11 also caused one of the most debated conspiracy theories to date. If you’ve seen pictures or videos taken from the lunar …
What does it mean when someone mentions a “gibbous” moon? A gibbous moon is any moon that appears more than half illuminated but is less than full. The word “gibbous” roots from the meaning “hump-backed,” which is just how the …