Leah Abbate
Astronomy teacher | Tutor for 7 years
I hold a degree in Astronomy from The Sage Colleges. My passion lies in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos and sharing the wonders of the universe with others. With a deep understanding of celestial mechanics, astrophysics, and cosmology, I bring clarity to complex astronomical concepts. Through engaging lessons and interactive discussions, I foster a love of learning about the cosmos in students of all ages. Whether exploring the life cycles of stars or contemplating the vastness of space, I am dedicated to inspiring curiosity and igniting a sense of wonder about the universe we inhabit.
Questions
How did scientists determine where our solar system is located in the galaxy?
You measure the parallax angle for a star to be 0.1 arcseconds. What is the distance to this star?
If the sun were growing bigger would that account for global warming?
How do you calculate light frequency?
How is precession calculated?
Do black holes transport you to other dimensions?
What are the sizes of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto?
How many solar systems are there in the universe? How many in the known universe?
How many years are in a lightyear?
What enables stars to pulsate?
How and why does the earth spin?
What are the three reasons for seasons?
How does earth's distance from the sun change throughout the year?
What is it reacting within the sun to make heat?
How does earth's core work?
What is the size of the earth compared to Mars?
How does the galaxy move?
What is the deepest anyone has dug into the earth?
Which would be more likely to collide: stars with stars or galaxies with galaxies?
How does reflection differ from refraction and diffraction?