The first re-usable rocket has landed
For some time rocket scientists have been trying to build a rocket that they can land safely on Earth after…
Category: Space
What is the Goldilocks zone?
Most children know the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears; a little girl breaks into a house, finds fault…
NASA: there is water on Mars
Until 3 billion years ago, Mars was a wet planet much like our own. It had land, an extensive atmosphere…
There’s a supermoon eclipse tonight!
A supermoon is the name given to a full moon when it’s at its closest point to Earth, also known…
Why is there gravity on Earth but not in space?
This question was asked by Joseph from Plymouth, UK. Although gravity has always existed on Earth, it wasn’t until…
Space lettuce!
If you want a fresh salad you might take a trip to the shop, or maybe to your allotment. But…
Why is the moon sometimes visible during the day?
This question was asked by Lily from Gravesend, UK. When we’re small children we learn that the Sun is visible…
A year in space
On the 27th March 2015, three astronauts will travel from Earth to the International Space Station (ISS). One of them,…
Why does the night sky look black when there are so many stars?
This question was asked by Flora in London, UK. This is a fantastic question and it’s one that has puzzled…
Why is the Sun hot?
This question was asked by Betty in Birmingham, UK. The simple answer to this question is that the Sun is…
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