#astrophysics

visibility  What is the role of gravitational lensing in the study of exoplanets?

Gravitational lensing is a phenomenon that occurs when the light from a distant object is bent and distorted by the gravity of a massive object, such...    Read more

science  What is the difference between a supermassive and stellar black hole?

Black holes are one of the most fascinating objects in the universe. They are regions of spacetime where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even...    Read more

explore  What is the relationship between the habitable zone and the existence of liquid water on a planet?

The habitable zone, also known as the Goldilocks zone, is the region around a star where the conditions are just right for liquid water to exist on...    Read more

science  What is the Great Attractor?

The Great Attractor is a gravitational anomaly located in the direction of the Centaurus and Norma clusters of galaxies in the southern sky. It was...    Read more

explore  What is the relationship between the habitable zone and the existence of liquid water on a planet?

The habitable zone, also known as the Goldilocks zone, is the region around a star where the conditions are just right for liquid water to exist on...    Read more

brightness_7  What is a supernova?

A supernova is an astronomical event that occurs when a massive star reaches the end of its life and explodes, releasing an immense amount of energy...    Read more

control_camera  How are black holes formed?

Black holes are some of the most mysterious and intriguing objects in the universe. These regions of spacetime are characterized by their strong...    Read more

flare  What is the difference between a Type I and Type IIb supernova?

A supernova is an astronomical event that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle. It is a powerful and luminous explosion that releases an enormous...    Read more

brightness_5  What is the sun?

The Sun is a star, a massive ball of gas, primarily hydrogen and helium, that illuminates and warms the planets and other celestial objects in our...    Read more

brightness_3  What is the difference between a black hole and a neutron star?

Black holes and neutron stars are both astronomical objects that are formed from the collapse of massive stars, but they have some fundamental...    Read more