Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What was that green light in the sky?
Space & NavigationWhat Was That Green Light in the Sky? Seriously, It’s Not Always Aliens. Ever glanced up and caught a glimpse of something… green… up there? You’re not alone! It’s a question I get asked all the time, and honestly, the answer is usually way cooler (and more down-to-earth) than little green men. While my mind
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
How do you calculate volume by slicing?
Space & NavigationSlicing Your Way to Volume: A Calculus Cook’s Tour Ever wondered how mathematicians and engineers figure out the volume of oddly shaped things? Forget perfect cubes and spheres for a minute; I’m talking about stuff that’s lumpy, bumpy, and generally irregular. Well, there’s a nifty trick called the “method of slicing” that’s surprisingly intuitive, and
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
How do you use red dot finder?
Space & NavigationRed Dot Finders: Your Ticket to Easier Stargazing Ever spent ages fumbling around in the dark, trying to find that elusive galaxy? Yeah, me too. That’s where a red dot finder comes in – it’s a game-changer for astronomers of all levels. Forget those magnified finderscopes that turn everything upside down; a red dot finder
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What is the area and perimeter of a rectangle?
Space & NavigationRectangles: Cracking the Code to Area and Perimeter Ever stop to think how often you see rectangles? From your phone screen to the buildings downtown, they’re everywhere! And understanding these shapes, especially how to figure out their area and perimeter, is super useful. Whether you’re planning a home renovation or just helping your kid with
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
How do you do Bedmas with brackets?
Space & NavigationCracking the Code: BEDMAS and the Bracket Brigade Ever stared at a math problem that looks like alphabet soup and wondered where to even begin? Yeah, me too. That’s where BEDMAS comes to the rescue. It’s like a secret decoder ring for math, telling you exactly what to do first, second, and so on, so
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
How much does a planetary astronomer make?
Space & NavigationSo, You Want to Be a Planetary Astronomer? Let’s Talk Money. Planetary astronomy! Just the name conjures up images of distant worlds, shimmering nebulae, and the thrill of discovery. If you’re drawn to unraveling the secrets of planets, moons, and asteroids, you’re probably wondering: what kind of paycheck can you expect? Well, it’s not a