Working scientifically

How do we find asteroids?

Impact craters are made when a space rock (called a meteorite or asteroid) hits a rocky planet or moon. The impact makes a round hole in the surface, called a crater.

In the UK, we experience 4 seasons each year. These are spring, summer, autumn, and winter. You may have noticed that the weather changes during each season. But have you noticed any other differences? 

You have probably seen the Moon in the sky but have you ever studied it in detail?

Astronomers use telescopes to see objects far away in space. Did you know that we can only see an object if it emits light or if it reflects light? 

Did you know that what you weigh depends on the strength of gravity? And did you know that the strength on gravity on other planets is not the same as on Earth?

You have likely heard about the Universe expanding. Or that redshift can tell us about the movements of galaxies. Both are difficult ideas to imagine and understand.