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How Big is Our Universe?

Are you aware of the basic structure and organization of our Galaxy and the rest of the universe, and the place of our Solar System within it?

Two of the most misunderstood concepts in astronomy are distance and scale. Related to those are the difference between the Solar System, the Galaxy, and the universe.

Use this exercise to help you understand the vast distances to the stars, nebulae, and other galaxies viewed through the telescope.

Your one-stop planning resource for astronomy events.

• Look up sunset and moonrise times
• Find out what's up on the Celestial Calendar
• What's the weather forecast?

Astronomy clubs who regularly share the sky and the inspiration of NASA science with their communities.

A few of the Stars in the Night Sky Network:

	River Bend Astronomy Club Southwest Florida Astronomical Society, Inc. Jackson Hole Astronomy Club

See ALL the Stars!