NJAA Ask An Astronomer

Have you ever looked at the night sky and wondered how far away a star is, what happens inside a black hole, how planets form, or how we know what distant galaxies are made of?

Astronomy is a science built on curiosity, observation, and questions—and we invite you to ask yours. Submit your question about the Sun, Moon, planets, stars, galaxies, cosmology, telescopes, astronomical observing, or virtually any other area of astronomy.

One of our Astronomers will review your question and provide a thoughtful, science-based response designed to help you better understand the universe and the discoveries that continue to expand our knowledge of it.

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What happens next?

Your question will be forwarded to an NJAA Astronomer with expertise in the subject. We’ll do our best to provide a helpful response as soon as possible.

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