Flexi Homework Help Q&A
Study of Space by the Electromagnetic Spectrum
Telescopes
Satellites, Shuttles, and Space Stations
All Subjects
Earth Science
Study of Space by the Electromagnetic Spectrum
Summary:
Astronomers use the light and other energy that comes to us to gather information about the Universe.
Light travels at about 300,000,000 meters per second (670,000,000 miles per hour).
A light-year is the distance light travels in one year.
Select from the frequently asked questions below
Ask Your Own Question
What kind of electromagnetic waves can we see?
What is the speed of light?
How long does it take for light from the Sun to reach us?
How far away is the farthest visible star from Earth?
What star is the closest to the sun?
How many solar systems are there in the Milky Way?