From school posters to the beautiful night sky, the wonders of space make people wonder, sparking a lasting interest in...
What is the Difference Between Planets and Stars?
From school posters to the beautiful night sky, the wonders of space make people wonder, sparking a lasting interest in science. The difference between planets and stars is one of the most fundamental. Astrophysicists need to know how these objects form, shine, and move in order to make correct mental models of our world. We can better understand how solar systems form, change over time, and become places to explore by distinguishing between stars as sources of light and heat