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The development of the practical task includes the following components: 1. Theoretical content, 2. Explanation of the procedures for using the mobile star map, 3. Practical exercises for utilizing the mobile star map, 4. Assessment questions designed to assess students’ theoretical knowledge and practical skills in working with the movable star chart. Practical work No….
Centuries ago, there was a prevailing belief that the Earth occupied the center of the universe, with all other celestial bodies orbiting around it. In today’s world, this notion has been widely discredited, and it is now widely accepted that the Earth revolves around the central star. The Solar System is comprised of all the…
One can only wonder what exactly “1 A e” represents. It is a puzzling phrase that leaves us with more questions than answers. Is it a code? A secret message? Or perhaps just a random combination of letters and numbers? Whatever it may be, “1 A e” remains an enigmatic phrase that continues to intrigue…
The Andromeda constellation is located in the northern sky, between Cassiopeia and Pegasus. Its name originates from the mythical princess Andromeda. Andromeda was married to Perseus and is also referred to as Perseus or Cepheus (daughter of Cepheus). The Greek astronomer Ptolemy first included her in his catalog in the 2nd century. The Andromeda Galaxy…
The Sun’s outer atmosphere is clearly visible in the ultraviolet range of the spectrum. This wavelength allows us to observe solar plasma flares and the changing corona of fire. Additionally, dark coronal holes can be seen between bright flares, which is where solar wind particles originate. It is possible to observe fibers (filaments) and prominences…
The Sun’s mass is approximately 2-10³⁰ kilograms, which is equivalent to two thousand billion billion billion billion billion billion billion billion kilograms or two million billion billion billion trillion tons. More precisely, it is 1.98892-10³⁰ kilograms, which is equal to 332,940 times the mass of planet Earth. It is difficult to comprehend the enormity of…
Kepler’s laws and the principle of universal gravitation serve as the fundamental principles of celestial mechanics. While Kepler’s laws provide insight into the paths that celestial bodies take, the principle of universal gravitation explains the force that keeps the planets in close proximity to the Sun and the Newton’s Recapitulation and Enhancement of Kepler’s Principles…
Altair (α Aql / Alpha of Eagles) is the most brilliant star in the Eagle constellation and the twelfth most brilliant star in the night sky. Alongside Vega and Deneb, it creates the well-known “summer-autumn triangle” that is easily visible in the summer and fall months in the Northern Hemisphere. Within the Eagle constellation (alongside…
Measuring the mass of celestial bodies can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to objects as massive as stars or galaxies. Unlike small earthly objects, these celestial bodies cannot simply be placed on a scale. So how do scientists determine their mass? And where is the fulcrum that Archimedes once suggested for rolling…
Message from Majesti© on Dec 27, 2021, 5:35 pm. The James Webb telescope has been launched into space by NASA. It took NASA 25 years and $10 billion to develop this groundbreaking telescope. A heavy Ariane 5 launch vehicle was sent from France directly into Earth’s orbit. This project was extremely costly and time-consuming, with…
The individual responsible for discovering the three laws of planetary motion is not associated with scientific work and did not complete a graduate qualification work! This particular type of work is a finalized product of processing, organizing, and formatting the gathered information, which is meant to be used as a resource for independently preparing academic…
During a cloudless evening, when the atmosphere is as black as the feathers of a raven and the celestial bodies appear to radiate with luminosity, many of us have pondered: “I desire to observe them through a telescope!”. Humanity has harbored ambitions of traversing the heavens, yearning to ascertain whether the tapestry formed by countless…
Recently, scientists Michael Brown and Konstantin Batygin from the United States have made a groundbreaking discovery by providing evidence of the existence of a ninth planet in our solar system. This newly discovered planet was identified through computer modeling, specifically in the study of the movements of small celestial bodies beyond Pluto’s orbit. However, visual…
Stars, which are among the most blazing entities in the cosmos, continue to intrigue scientists and researchers alike. Thanks to advancements in technology, humanity is constantly uncovering fresh insights into these celestial bodies, discovering their unique characteristics and distinguishing features. Understanding the phenomenon of star luminosity When observing the night sky without any optical aids,…
Astronomers in the present day refer to constellations as designated areas in the sky that aid in navigation. In ancient times, groups of stars were identified as representations of people and animals, formed by the random alignment of the brightest stars. Typically, constellations are named after mythological characters, real-life heroes, animals, and even objects. Various…
In just the last week, our understanding of the solar system has greatly expanded. Pluto has transformed from a mere speck of light into an entirely novel planet. Here, we showcase a compilation of the most significant findings uncovered by the New Horizons probe. How far is Pluto from Earth? This gif illustrates the evolution…
The birth of our universe is believed to have occurred through the event known as the Big Bang. In this event, all the matter and energy of the universe were compressed into a minuscule space before expanding and giving rise to the vast cosmos that surrounds us today. A crucial piece of evidence that supports…
We have all marveled at the photograph showcasing the shadow of a black hole at the heart of our galaxy, but since the 1970s, scientists have been able to observe a detailed image of these supermassive entities on their computers by employing mathematical models. What led us to anticipate this specific image and how accurate…
For the month of July 2023, we have compiled an exclusive collection of astronomical occurrences. The majority of these celestial events will be observable to the unaided eye! To effortlessly locate planets, stars, comets, and other cosmic entities, we highly recommend utilizing the interactive sky map provided by the Sky Tonight application. Astronomical events in…
In our quest to find the answer to this inquiry, let’s commence with the celestial body we are most familiar with – our Sun! Owing to the Earth’s atmosphere, we perceive our Sun as a shade of yellow and occasionally red or even orange! Nevertheless, its actual hue is white or a shade close to…