Kepler's Laws: Habitable Zones
In 2017, the Liverpool Telescope was involved in the investigation of an exciting new discovery: the star system TRAPPIST-1.
Distance
Measuring distances in astronomy is difficult but crucial. We need to know how far away objects are to look at the differences between them. Two objects can look different but be very similar, with one further away than the other. This can make them challenging to study.
Measurement
In astronomy, measurement helps us learn about the size, distance, and brightness of objects in space.
Hunt the Asteroids
How do we find asteroids?
Distances in Space
Calculate the Speed of the Planets
Did you know the Earth is travelling around the Sun at nearly 107,000 kilometres per hour?
Create a Pocket Solar System
Our Solar System contains the Sun, 8 planets, and many small objects like dwarf planets, moons, and as
Explore The Moon's Surface
You have probably seen the Moon in the sky, but have you ever studied it in detail?