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Stars and planets – WJECThe observable universe

The Earth forms part of a family of eight planets which orbit around the Sun. This solar system forms part of a huge collection of stars which form the Universe and are also known as galaxies.

Part of Physics (Single Science)Forces, space and radioactivity

The observable universe

What can we see when we look out at space through telescopes from Earth?

Galaxies

Millions of stars against the dark sky, as seen from space

Our is the Milky Way. Each spot of light in the picture is a star. Each star might have planets orbiting.

Question

Why is it brighter in the centre of a galaxy?

The Universe

From Earth, telescopes such as Hubble can see and photograph far away galaxies, nebulae and stars. This is the observable . You can learn about it in The Universe.