Volcanism in the Solar System – The Sky Tonight
It’s the first week of the month. You know what that means… it’s time for The Sky Tonight! The Sky Tonight The Sky Tonight planetarium show takes the audience on a tour of the...
Category: How Space Works
Dark Shadow: An Eclipse on Jupiter
I know, it’s been quiet around here. I’m a community college professor, and the end of the semester is always busy. It’s a great job, and I’ll write about how I made the choice...
Annular Eclipse 101
Total solar eclipses happen when the Moon crosses in between the Earth and the Sun, briefly blocking the Sun from our view. So, what is the difference between a total solar eclipse and an...
How Volcanism Works on Jupiter’s Moon, Io
Did you know the Earth is not the only place in the solar system with active volcanoes? Several worlds show evidence of volcanism (quakes, geysers, dormant volcanoes), but only one other displays current eruptions...