There is a star in our galaxy that is 5 billion times volume of our sun.
There are “lone planets” that roam endlessly through space without ever going…
There are “lone planets” that roam endlessly through space without ever going into orbit. They are actually predicted to be more common than stars.
After Betelgeuse goes supernova, it will be brighter than a full moon…
After Betelgeuse goes supernova, it will be brighter than a full moon and visible during the day. It will shine for weeks/months before fading away. It will likely explode within a million years.
Carl Sagan has a number named after him. Sagan’s number is approximately…
Carl Sagan has a number named after him. Sagan’s number is approximately 300 sextellion and refers to the number of stars in the universe.
You cannot actually buy the name of a star. The International Astronomical Union is the only authority…
You cannot actually buy the name of a star. The International Astronomical Union is the only authority for naming celestial bodies. No countries, authorities, or scientists in the world will recognize a purchased star name.