Alexander Acosta
Astronomy teacher | Experienced educator in USA
I earned my Astronomy degree from Occidental College, equipped with a fervent curiosity for the cosmos. From celestial mechanics to exoplanet discoveries, my passion drives me to unravel the mysteries of the universe. As your guide, I'll illuminate the wonders of space exploration, guiding students through the vastness of galaxies and the intricacies of cosmic phenomena. With a blend of scientific rigor and contagious enthusiasm, I aim to inspire the next generation of stargazers and explorers. Join me in exploring the infinite wonders of the cosmos and unlocking the secrets of the universe.
Questions
What is the parallax formula?
How do we know what the earth interior is made of?
How does latitude affect the seasons?
What is the difference between a supernova and a red giant?
Do all planets in Milky Way have an oval orbit?
In the southern hemisphere, would a tornado spin in the opposite direction due to Coriolis effect?
What is the temperature of a white dwarf star?
What is the celestial dome?
Why is the Milky Way important?
What evidence do we have for the existence of black holes?
On the cosmic calendar, about when did Earth form?
If a quasar is an extreme emission of light, what is actually creating the light?
How does earth's formation differ from that of Mars?
How does earth's distance from the sun affect the climate?
- Why do the gas giants have more moons than the terrestrial planets?
- If Earth were to experience a runaway greenhouse effect, its atmospheric conditions would resemble those of which planet?
- What property of a star can be determined by its color?
- Which planets are visible to the unaided eye?
- Why would Saturn be able to float on water?
- Which of the planets has the longest orbit around the Sun?