Friday October 3rd meeting
Join us for an exciting evening and learn more about our solar system and the universe! RASC Hamilton Centre is thrilled to host Dr. Christa Van Laerhoven who will present…
Category: Science
Why “Velocity Vortex”?
A black hole speeding through the cosmos is no ordinary phenomenon. It’s as if nature’s ultimate gravitational powerhouse has turned into a cosmic race car. That’s why “Velocity Vortex” is…
The Cosmic Morse Code Mystery
Picture this: you’re wandering through a forest and stumble upon a blinking light. At first it seems random, but then you notice it’s flashing the same pattern, again and again.…
Bennu: The Space Rock That Might Hold the Oldest Secret in the Universe!
Imagine if a dusty old rock landed in your backyard, and when you cracked it open, you found it was older than Earth itself! Now, imagine that same rock wasn’t…
Will Asteroid 2024 YR4 Hit Earth in 2032?
While the asteroid Apophis has been in the news over the past few years about a possible (but unlikely) impact in 2029, a newly discovered asteroid has gotten the attention…
What If a Grain of Sand Could Destroy the Earth?
Alright, let’s set the stage. Imagine you’re standing on a beach, holding a single grain of sand between your fingers. Harmless, right? Now imagine that same grain of sand, but…
94% of the Universe is Out of Reach: The Mind-Blowing Reality of Cosmic Expansion
Looking Out Into the Vastness of the Universe The universe is unimaginably vast. When we look up at the night sky, we see only a tiny fraction of what’s out…
Introducing the RASC Equation: A Fresh Perspective on an Old Question
By Andy Blanchard The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Hamilton Chapter Introduction The discovery of thousands of exoplanets has revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos. As our knowledge grows, the…
Ancient Astronomy: The Ice Age – Humanity’s Observations of the Cosmos
Long before the invention of writing or the construction of monumental observatories, early humans were already charting the skies. The earliest recorded evidence of astronomical activities, dating back over 20,000…
Understanding F-Ratios: How They Shape Your Astronomy Experience
If you’ve ever gazed through a telescope or dabbled in astrophotography, you’ve probably heard of the term “f-ratio.” But what exactly is it, and why does it matter so much…
Why “Velocity Vortex”?
A black hole speeding through the cosmos is no ordinary phenomenon. It’s as if nature’s ultimate gravitational powerhouse has turned into a cosmic race car. That’s why “Velocity Vortex” is…
The Cosmic Morse Code Mystery
Picture this: you’re wandering through a forest and stumble upon a blinking light. At first it seems random, but then you notice it’s flashing the same pattern, again and again.…
Bennu: The Space Rock That Might Hold the Oldest Secret in the Universe!
Imagine if a dusty old rock landed in your backyard, and when you cracked it open, you found it was older than Earth itself! Now, imagine that same rock wasn’t…
Will Asteroid 2024 YR4 Hit Earth in 2032?
While the asteroid Apophis has been in the news over the past few years about a possible (but unlikely) impact in 2029, a newly discovered asteroid has gotten the attention…
What If a Grain of Sand Could Destroy the Earth?
Alright, let’s set the stage. Imagine you’re standing on a beach, holding a single grain of sand between your fingers. Harmless, right? Now imagine that same grain of sand, but…
94% of the Universe is Out of Reach: The Mind-Blowing Reality of Cosmic Expansion
Looking Out Into the Vastness of the Universe The universe is unimaginably vast. When we look up at the night sky, we see only a tiny fraction of what’s out…
Introducing the RASC Equation: A Fresh Perspective on an Old Question
By Andy Blanchard The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Hamilton Chapter Introduction The discovery of thousands of exoplanets has revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos. As our knowledge grows, the…
Ancient Astronomy: The Ice Age – Humanity’s Observations of the Cosmos
Long before the invention of writing or the construction of monumental observatories, early humans were already charting the skies. The earliest recorded evidence of astronomical activities, dating back over 20,000…
Understanding F-Ratios: How They Shape Your Astronomy Experience
If you’ve ever gazed through a telescope or dabbled in astrophotography, you’ve probably heard of the term “f-ratio.” But what exactly is it, and why does it matter so much…
