Over the past decade, spacecraft have sent back incredible information from various locations within our solar system. From ancient flood channels on Mars to geysers on Saturn’s moon Enceladus and even the frigid mountains of Pluto, these discoveries have expanded our knowledge. But what if we could explore beyond our solar system? In this guide, we will embark on a sightseeing trip through the Milky Way, encountering supermassive black holes, pulsating stars, and Earth-like worlds. Not only will we witness spectacular phenomena, but we’ll also uncover clues to solving mysteries such as the formation of the first stars, strange radio signals from outer space, and the possibility of life beyond Earth. Let’s begin our journey by exploring the S1 stream.
S1 stream
Watch a passing parade of stars bursting with dark matter
Our first stop is the S1 stream, a river of stars that stretches across the entire Milky Way. To truly appreciate its grand scale, we need to adjust our perception because its length and breadth span thousands of light years. Our solar system is like a grain of sand in the midst of this colossal stream.
To trace the origin of the S1 stream, we must journey back almost 9 billion years to the early stages of our galaxy. From an external viewpoint, the…
[insights]– The author highlights the incredible discoveries made within our solar system in the last decade, such as Mars’ flood channels and Pluto’s mountains. This sets the stage for the exploration of the Milky Way.
– By showcasing the spectacles and mysteries we can encounter on this journey, the author creates excitement and curiosity in the reader.
– The analogy of our solar system being a grain of sand in the vast S1 stream helps us understand the immense scale of the Milky Way.
