Planetary Collection (page 9)

Eskimo Nebula, a planetary nebula, discovered by William Herschel in 1787. In 2000 the Hubble Telescope imaged the nebula which displays complex gas clouds that are not yet fully understood

Image of Uranus obtained by the Hubble Telescope. The first planet discovered in modern times, it was first observed by William Herschel in 1781. Credit NASA. Science Astronomy Planetary Space

Parallax. Diagram of planetary parallax showing the apparent difference in the position of a body when measured from two different positions on Earth. Used to measure the distance of a body

John Couch Adams (1819-92) English astronomer and mathematician. Senior Wrangler, Cambridge 1843; calculated position of planet Neptune, 1845. Photograph c1846

Galileo presenting his telescope to the Muses, and pointing out a heliocentric system of the universe. Note Jupiter and its satellites, the phases of Venus, and the triple nature of Saturn

Galileos diagram of the Copernican (heliocentric) system of the universe showing also his own discovery, the four satellites (moons) of Jupiter

Karl Ludwig Hencke (1793-1866) German astonomer. Discovered the asteroids Astraea (1845) and Hebe (1847). Wood engraving

Space debris, artwork C017 / 7226
Space debris. Computer artwork showing the distribution of localised space junk (debris) around the Earth, according to the European Space Agency (ESA)

Space debris, artwork C017 / 7225
Space debris. Computer artwork showing the distribution of localised space junk (debris) around the Earth, according to the European Space Agency (ESA)

Astronomy Diagrams and instruments C017 / 3519
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of astronomy diagrams and celestial and planetary globes

Global winds, artwork C017 / 7235
Global winds. Computer artwork showing the path of the prevailing and dominant winds around the globe, caused by the rotation of the Earth and the Coriolis effect

Coriolis effect, artwork C017 / 7211
Coriolis effect. Computer artwork of a globe, showing how the Coriolis effect affects the motion (red arrows) of free-moving objects in the northern and southern hemispheres of the Earth

Global winds, artwork C017 / 7234
Global winds. Computer artwork showing the path of the prevailing and dominant winds around the globe, caused by the rotation of the Earth and the Coriolis effect

Orbits of planets in the Solar System F005 / 0135
Artwork of the solar system, showing the paths of the eight major planets as they orbit the Sun. The four inner planets are, from inner to outer, Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars

Solar system formation, artwork
Solar system formation, computer artwork

Antarctica, artwork C014 / 2023
Antarctica. Artwork showing the continent of Antarctica in a spherical projection centred on the South Pole, where lines of latitude and longitude converge

Planetary formation, artwork F006 / 8973
Planetary formation, computer artwork

Surface of Mercury, artwork C015 / 4013
Surface of Mercury. Artwork of the Sun over rocky outcrops on the surface of the planet Mercury. Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun, orbiting at an average distance of 58 million kilometres

Theorem 13, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Asteroids and extrasolar planet, artwork
Asteroids and extrasolar planet. Artwork of asteroids approaching an extrasolar planet (centre right). Asteroids are rocky bodies orbiting within a planetary system

Lightning on Venus C016 / 8918
Artwork of lightning striking the surface of Venus. In the 1970s, the Russian Venera 11 and 12 probes detected lightning. The European Space Agencys Venus Express, in 2006-2007

Wrights theory of the universe, 1750
Wrights theory of the universe. Diagram showing the Earth surrounded by concentric shells of stars, as published in An original theory or new hypothesis of the Universe (1750)

Lightning on Venus C016 / 8917
Artwork of lightning striking the surface of Venus. In the 1970s, the Russian Venera 11 and 12 probes detected lightning. The European Space Agencys Venus Express, in 2006-2007

Saturns north pole region, Cassini image. This north polar hexagon region of the gas giant planet Saturn is in sunlight as spring comes to the planets northern hemisphere

Lightning on Venus C016 / 8916
Artwork of lightning striking the surface of Venus. In the 1970s, the Russian Venera 11 and 12 probes detected lightning. The European Space Agencys Venus Express, in 2006-2007

Coriolis effect, artwork C016 / 7691
Coriolis effect. Computer artwork of an Earth globe, showing how the rotation of the Earth (white arrow) affects the motion (yellow arrows) of the winds at different locations on the Earth

Venera-15 radar image of Venus
Venus. Radar image showing part of Sedna Planitia in the northern hemisphere of Venus. The are seen here is about 1100km wide and 850km high

Surface of Mercury, artwork C016 / 6323
Surface of Mercury. Artwork of the Sun (upper left) over rocky outcrops and craters on the surface of the planet Mercury. Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun

Clouds and mud on Mars, artwork C016 / 6320
Clouds and mud on Mars as seen from space, artwork. This is a prehistoric Mars, billions of years ago when its atmosphere was thicker and warmer and there was thought to be flowing water

New Horizons spacecraft at Pluto, artwork C016 / 6381
New Horizons spacecraft at Pluto, artwork. New Horizons launched from Earth on 19 January 2006 and will take 9 years to reach Pluto, arriving mid-2015

Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, artwork C016 / 6324
Liquid hydrocarbons on Titan, computer artwork. Lake of liquid ethane (upper centre) on Titan, the largest moon of Saturn

Europas ocean, artwork
Europas ocean. Artwork based on astronomical research studying the frozen surface of Europa, one of the four largest moons of Jupiter

Earth-like exoplanet, artwork C017 / 9982
Earth-like exoplanet, artwork. This designed alien planet features two continents named Turtle and Jellyfish. The Turtle is an isolated equatorial continent

Earth-like exoplanet, artwork C017 / 9981
Earth-like exoplanet, artwork. This designed alien planet is a young world, highly active tectonically and volcanically. The continents are an irregular shape and there are many islands

Epona alien planet, artwork C017 / 9983
Epona alien planet, artwork. This designed alien planet is called Epona. It was modelled in the 1990s by a worldbuilding group who designed it according to scientific principles

MESSENGER spacecraft at Mercury, artwork C017 / 7337
MESSENGER spacecraft at Mercury, computer artwork. MESSENGER (MErcury Surface, Space ENvironment, GEochemistry, and Ranging) is a robotic NASA spacecraft orbiting the planet Mercury

Asteroid mining, artwork C014 / 1238
Asteroid mining. Artwork of mining machines on an asteroid orbiting close to the Earth. Asteroids, a potential source of ores and minerals, are rocky bodies that orbit the Sun

Migration to the Americas, diagram
Migration to the Americas. Diagram showing the three theories (arrowed) for when and how humans first arrived in the Americas

Seismic tomography, diagram
Seismic tomography. Diagram showing how analysis of seismic waves generated by an earthquake can be used to locate and map underground structures within the Earth

1874 Transit of Venus, Rodriguez Island, Indian Ocean. This expedition was one of several organised by British astronomers

Human migration, artwork
Human migration. Artwork showing the global history of human migration. Modern humans emerged 200, 000 years ago in Africa (centre left)

1874 Transit of Venus chart, egress 2 (exterior contact). This transit took place on 8-9 December 1874. Such transits (where Venus passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth) are rare

1874 Transit of Venus chart, ingress 2 (interior contact). This transit took place on 8-9 December 1874. Such transits (where Venus passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth) are rare

1874 Transit of Venus chart, egress 1 (interior contact). This transit took place on 8-9 December 1874. Such transits (where Venus passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth) are rare

Alien planet HD 189733b and stellar flare. Artwork of the exoplanet HD 189733b seen from its moon during a stellar flare. This Jupiter-sized planet is around 63 light years away in the constellation

Eris, artwork
Eris. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, formerly known as 2003 UB313 or Xena. Eris is the largest known dwarf planet

Model of Voyager spacecraft in Jet Propulsion Laboratorys Von Karman auditorium

Voyager spacecraft imager scan platform. Photographed at Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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"Exploring the Vastness of Planetary Wonders: A Journey Through Space and Time" Earthrise Photograph: Witnessing the breathtaking beauty of our home planet as it rises above the lunar horizon, reminding us of its fragility and interconnectedness. Continental Drift after 250 Million Years: Marvel at the ever-changing face of our planet, where landmasses have shifted over millions of years, shaping continents as we know them today. Full Moon: Gaze upon the luminous celestial body that has captivated humanity for centuries, illuminating our nights with its ethereal glow. Solar System Artwork: Immerse yourself in an artistic representation showcasing the mesmerizing diversity and intricate dance of planets orbiting around our life-sustaining Sun. Neptune - Voyager 2 Image: Get a glimpse into the mysterious blue realm of Neptune captured by NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft, unraveling secrets about this distant gas giant. Saturn & Its Moons - Voyager I Composite Image: Behold a composite image revealing Saturn's majestic rings adorned with six captivating moons, offering a glimpse into this ringed wonderland. Jupiter and Io - New Horizons Image: Explore Jupiter's immense size alongside one of its volcanic moons called Io through an image captured by NASA's New Horizons mission. Earth from Space - Satellite Image: Contemplate our pale blue dot suspended in space as seen from afar—a humbling reminder to cherish and protect our precious home amidst vast cosmic emptiness. Solar System Overview: Embark on a visual journey through our solar system, witnessing diverse worlds ranging from scorching deserts to icy realms teeming with potential for exploration. Phases of the Moon: Observe how Luna gracefully transitions between waxing crescents to full moons and waning gibbous phases—an eternal cycle that has guided civilizations throughout history. Moon Rising Over Earth's Horizon.