Visualizing the solar system in its totality requires one to conjure a lot of spinning bodies moving in synchrony. But getting a sense of those objects’ scale is just as important for developing a ...

The universe is filled with enormous planets that make the Earth seem like nothing more than a speck of sand on a mountain. We don’t even need to leave our solar system in order to find the behemoths ...

Jupiter has 80 known moons, with more still being discovered by astronomers and amateur sky-watchers alike. That’s second only to Saturn’s 83 moons in our Solar System. The below video does a cool ...

This article was originally published at The Conversation. The publication contributed the article to Space.com's Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights. The size of the solar system is defined by the volume ...

Scientists have provided a chilling update on the mysterious 'interstellar object' that is racing through our solar system. Using data from the Vera C Rubin Observatory, experts have revealed just how ...

Gareth Dorrian does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...