the sun
What is the Milky Way?
When you look up at the night sky, assuming conditions are just right, you might just catch a glimpse of…
The longest day – Summer Solstice 21st June 2011
[/caption] June 21st, 2011 is Summer Solstice - the longest day of the year. This is the time when the…
Darwin vs. the Sun
[/caption]Today, we take it for granted that the Sun produces energy via nuclear fusion. However, this realization only came about…
The Sun’s Conveyor Belt May Lengthen Solar Cycles
[/caption] The Sun seems to finally be waking up in earnest from the long slumber of the past cycle. Solar…
What is a Sun Dog?
A sun dog is an atmospheric phenomenon where you can see additional bright patches in the sky on either side…
Green Flash Sunset
[/caption] Have you ever heard of a green flash sunset? You might think it's a myth, but this is a…
Chromosphere
[/caption] The Sun may look like just a mass of incandescent gas (plasma, really), but it's actually broken up into…
Why is the Sun Hot?
[/caption] The Sun is the hottest place in the Solar System. The surface of the Sun is a mere 5,800…
When Was the Sun Discovered?
[/caption] When was the Sun discovered? Obviously the Sun is such an important feature in our lives, and the absolute…
What is the Life Cycle of Stars?
Like all living beings, stars have a life cycle, which consists of birth, a lifespan characterized by growth and change,…