Stars

Front

What is a constellation?

Back

A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

Front

Why can constellations only be seen during certain seasons?

Back

Constellations can only be seen during certain seasons because of the Earth's orbit around the sun.

Front

What is a supernova?

Back

A supernova is the explosion of a massive star at the end of its life cycle.

Front

What are nebulas?

Back

Nebulas are large clouds of gas and dust in space where stars are born.

Front

What elements are most stars primarily made of?

Back

Most stars are primarily made of hydrogen and helium.

Front

What color are the hottest stars?

Back

The hottest stars are blue.

Front

What is the life cycle of a star?

Back

The life cycle of a star includes stages such as nebula, main sequence, red giant, and supernova.

Front

What is a black hole?

Back

A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

Front

What is the difference between a star and a planet?

Back

A star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma, while a planet is a celestial body that orbits a star and does not produce its own light.

Front

What is the Milky Way?

Back

The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and billions of other stars.