Luke Allen
Astronomy teacher | Verified Expert
I'm a passionate astronomy educator with a degree from Rasmussen University. My journey into the cosmos began with a fascination for the stars, inspiring me to delve deep into the realms of astrophysics. Through engaging lessons and interactive discussions, I strive to ignite curiosity and foster a love for the wonders of the universe. Whether exploring celestial mechanics or unraveling the mysteries of distant galaxies, I am dedicated to helping students grasp the complexities of astronomy. With a blend of expertise and enthusiasm, I aim to inspire the next generation of stargazers and scientists.
Questions
What does the inside of the sun look like?
How do we know other galaxies exist?
Did the Sun and solar system form in the first half or last half of our galaxy’s history?
What is the size of the observable universe in meters?
Which way does the Earth spin?
Why are black dwarfs hypothetical at this point?
What is the distance between Earth and Pluto in miles?
What is our galactic address? What galaxy arm and galaxy cluster is the earth in?
Do astronomers use steller parallax to measure the distance to stars?
Why is the Earth's axis at a certain angle? What would happen if it was 1 or 2 degrees off?
Do the sun and earth revolve in the same direction?
Are there any stars close to Earth with the potential to supernova?
Imagine that you will be visiting the Southern Hemisphere of Mars during its summer. What are some of the atmospheric conditions you might encounter?
Light from the sun reaches Earth in 8.3 min. The velocity of light is 3.00 108 m/s. Given this info, how would you determine how far the Earth is from the sun?
Why does earth's distance from the sun change?
Does our galaxy revolve around something?
Who has control of the Hubble Space Telescope?
Do scientists know how many supernovae are occurring per second or hour or day in our entire universe?
Does the space taken up by matter also expand as the universe expands?
Which lunar phase is a solar eclipse most likely to occur?