#astrophysics

contact_support  What is the role of dark matter in the formation of the solar system?

Dark matter is a hypothetical form of matter that makes up approximately 85% of the total matter in the universe, but it does not interact with light...    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

wb_sunny  What is the temperature of the sun's core?

The temperature of the sun's core is estimated to be around 15 million degrees Celsius (27 million degrees Fahrenheit). This incredible temperature...    Read more

flare  What is a gamma ray burst and how do you observe it?

A gamma ray burst (GRB) is an extremely energetic explosion that occurs in space, typically associated with the collapse of a massive star or the...    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

scatter_plot  What is the role of accretion disks in the formation of the solar system?

The role of accretion disks in the formation of the solar system is a critical one. Accretion disks are rotating disks of gas and dust that surround...    Read more

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

Neutron stars and black holes are two of the most mysterious and fascinating objects in the universe. They are both remnants of massive stars that...    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_5  What is the difference between a Type I and Type IIa supernova?

Supernovae are among the most dramatic and powerful events in the universe, and they occur when a massive star runs out of fuel and collapses. Type I...    Read more

science  What is the nature of dark matter and dark energy?

Dark matter and dark energy are two of the biggest mysteries in modern astrophysics. Dark matter was first proposed to explain the gravitational...    Read more