Stars
The Pleiades Star Cluster In Taurus
There are good reasons why the Pleiades, or M45, as it is also known has played such a prominent part in the astronomical traditions of virtually all the peoples of Earth since before the dawn […]
deep-sky objects
Star FAQs
Stars Clusters: When A Group Of Stars Is Not A Galaxy
When is a grouping of stars not a galaxy? When it is a star cluster. Alas, if only it were that simple, as both star clusters and galaxies contain stars held together by gravity, and […]
FAQs
What Are Nebulae And How Are They Formed?
A nebula is mostly a cloud of gas and dust in space, and if you have more than one, they are called nebulae. Nebulae are some of the most spectacular objects in the universe, and […]