How were the elements made? What explains the relative abundance of each element in our solar system? Below you will find a very simplified overview of nucleosynthesis, the process by which elements are formed in the burning hearts of stars. For additional information, start here. Read more
Nucleosynthesis: the births of the elements
Cortney Science & Technology + astronomy, nucleosynthesis, space, stars
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Objects in space: definitions and locations of planets, comets, asteroids, meteroids
Cortney Science & Technology + astronomy, space, stars
It can be hard keeping up with the differences between planets, comets, asteroids, and meteroids--especially when many people use the terms interchangeably. This list quickly distinguishes between these objects while providing a map (not to scale!) of the relative locations of the planets and other noteworthy cosmic features. Read more →