Stars Moons
why are all the planets, stars, moons, comets somewhat spherical in shape?
in the lack of an atmosphere and with limited gravity, most shapes in space revolve into a sphere.
It is because it is a very good shape, and you get the most volume for the least amount of surface area.
it is the same reason that bubbles form in the shape they do.
here is what the lancing state journal says
Yes, Planets seem to be spheres, not cubes or cylinders or oddball rocky shapes. Some smaller bodies such as asteroids or Mars moons Phobos and Deimos, do have odd shapes, but larger bodies like the nine planets and most of their moons do look like spheres. That’s because of the nature of gravity. You can think of gravity as a force that points inward toward the center of the planet so that every part of the surface is pulled evenly toward the center, resulting in a spherical shape.
Of course, planets are not perfect spheres because mountains and valleys and even skyscrapers are all deviations from the spherical shape. However, as planets get larger, gravity gets stronger, until eventually large objects on the surface are crushed under their own weight. That’s why we don’t have mountains that are 50 miles high or skyscrapers that are 2,000 stories tall. Planets stay basically spherical because any large deviations get crushed.
Although gravity keeps planets close to spherical, there are other forces that cause deviations from the basic spherical shape. For example, the rotation of the earth once every 24 hours, causes an apparent centrifugal force which creates a bulge at the equator. In fact the earth’s diameter at the equator is 7,926 miles while the diameter between the poles is only 7,900.
Guidecraft Moon & Stars Table & Chairs
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Landmann Big Sky Stars & Moons Fire Pit, Georgia Clay Big Sky Fire Pit Stars and Moons. The bowl depth is 23-inches…. |
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The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Movie 16-Month Wall Calendar 2011 – 12×12 $5.95 The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Movie 16-Month Wall Calendar 2011 – 12×12… |
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Big Glow In The Dark Rainbow Stars ~ Includes Star Chart and Reusable, Removable Adhesive $5.99 18 Large Plastic Stars- Includes Star Chart and Reusable, Removable Adhesive… |
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Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack $8.08 John Williams’ lovely and moving score for the sixth Star Wars film brings thirty years of collaborating on George Lucas’ beyond-popular intergalactic franchise to a close. (Is this really the end of Star Wars? Can’t Lucas and Williams work together on a prequel to these prequels? Let us hope so, and that Jar Jar Binks is nowhere near it.) As this music accompanies the most exciting Star Wars film… |
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Dub Side of the Moon $7.81 Talk about high concept: this project features the house band of noted New York reggae label Easy Star covering Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon in the same sequence and in recognizable but reggae fashion. Here, the All Stars turn Floyd’s strangely surreal world even stranger and more surreal, adorning the English band’s dark psychedelic music with slow reggae beats and head-spinning dub-style … |
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Paramount Pictures 90th Anniversary Memorable Scores $12.84 Granddaddy of the Hollywood studios, Paramount Pictures is rightfully proud of its century of contributions to both American cinema and the art of film scoring. But the first disc of this 43-track double-CD anthology merely hints at the studio’s musical peaks, blithely skipping through its first seven decades in just 17 tracks. Indeed, the package as a whole seems more interested in marketing its … |
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Brother Sun Sister Moon [VHS] $6.00 It seemed like a good idea in 1973: a musical scored by Donovan about the life and times of St. Francis of Assisi, the passionate ascetic who expressed love for God by loving nature. But the finished product was something else. Filmmaker Franco Zeffirelli (Endless Love) makes a decorous effort at communicating the ideals of Francis and even tweaking the character toward flower-power relevance. But… |
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A Walk on the Moon [VHS] $5.00 Although its tale of marital crisis unfolds a bit too cleanly, A Walk on the Moon–which was coproduced by Dustin Hoffman–offers a welcome relief from the juvenile assault of skull-throbbing blockbusters. The story is gently involving, the characters are authentic, and, best of all, Diane Lane is given a chance to show why she’s one of the most genuine and underrated actresses of her generation…. |
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Sailor Moon: A Moon Star Is Born [VHS] $12.99 High-pitched, relentlessly fast-paced, and filmed in eye-gouging, gumball color, this video series collects dubbed episodes of an animated Japanese series about a group of schoolgirl superheroes. In Japan, it’s a lighthearted, kiddy variation on a popular sub-genre–stories of alienated, but supernaturally gifted adolescents granted paranormal powers and enlisted in apocalyptic struggles between t… |
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The Nine Planets Decorative Switchplate Cover $4.75 Handcrafted to the highest standards using the artistry of the decoupage technique, artwork is triple sealed with a special sealant to ensure durability,easy cleaning and obtain an enamel like finish. Artwork will not fade. Our switchplates are heavy duty plastic nylon that is virtually unbreakable and hardware is included. A cinch to install. Each one of our switchplates is handcrafted with great… |
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Stars and Moons 12-piece Crib Bedding Set $117.99 Decorate your baby boy’s room with the delicate designs and fine craftsmanship of the neutral Stars and Moons 12-piece Crib Bedding Set. |
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Solar-powered Color-changing Moon Face Star Wind Chime $14.99 Add the finishing touch to your garden lighting with this color-changing wind chimeSolar light chime is powered by the sun with no wiring requiredGarden decorative accessory features an adorable moon face with stars |
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Blue Moon and Star 13-piece Crib Bedding Set $104.49 Get your nursery ready with this charming 13-piece crib set that features moons and stars set on a chocolate background. This set includes a quilt, bumper, sheet, two valances, skirt, diaper stacker, toy bag, two accent pillows and three wall hangings. |
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Pink Moon and Star 13-piece Crib Bedding Set $104.49 Dress up and decorate your baby girl’s room with this beautiful 13-piece crib bedding set.This set includes a crib quilt, two valances, skirt, sheet, bumpers, diaper stacker, toy bag, two throw pillows and three wall hangings. |
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Moon and Star Large Dangle Earrings $14.99 Pewter castings with thick palladium plating for a tarnish-free mirror finishEarrings feature hand inlaid pattern of preserved turquoise and coralShepherd’s hook earring closures |
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Outer ‘Edges Sun, Moon and Stars’ Wall Art $14.59 Wall art features stick-on designs that create a dramatic visual wall effectAccent piece requires no tools to installDecorative accessory is a great addition to any home decor |
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14k Goldplated Moon and Star Medallion $21.49 Crescent moon and star pendant with mariner chain. Choose yellow 14-karat goldplated or White rhodium plated. |
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Star Moon Photo Album (Indonesia) $14.59 Store your cherished memories in a unique diamond photo albumMemory album is handcrafted by talented artisans in IndonesiaDecorative accessory boasts a colorful mosaic diamond design and holds 20 photos |
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Sun Moon Stars Women’s 3.3-oz EDT Spray $24.09 Sun Moon Stars was launched by the design house of Karl Lagerfeld in 1994Women’s fragrance is classified as a refreshing, oriental, floral fragranceFeminine scent possesses a blend of fruit, oriental florals, and more |
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Moon Star Two-piece Jewelry Box Set (India) $26.99 Gorgeous boxes are handcrafted by artisans in Delhi, the capital of IndiaEach box features brass inlays of moons and starsUse them to store jewelry or any small personal items |
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Sterling Silver ‘Moons and Shooting Stars’ Pearl Bracelet (Indonesia) $57.99 Original bracelet from Bali accessorizes with dynamic sophisticationSterling silver bracelet hosts pearls in the shape of moons and shooting starsHandmade jewelry is crafted of .925 sterling silver |
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Sterling Silver Moon and Stars Poison Ring $27.49 Click here for Ring Sizing ChartPoison ring with a moon and stars designSterling silver jewelry |
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14k Yellow Gold Bonded Moon and Star Hoop Earrings $126.99 Adorable earrings are crafted of 14-karat yellow goldJewelry accessory features a bonded moon and star designEarrings have a polished finish |
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Sterling Silver Crescent Moon and Star Earrings $14.49 Enhance your style with sterling silver jewelryThese earrings feature an enchanting crescent moon and star designEarrings have shepherd hooks |
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Moon Stone Star Fashion Earrings $25.99 Cubic zirconia accents are set against a moonstone backdrop on these playful dangle earrings. Contrasting 14-karat yellow gold plating add a punch of color on these fun fish hook earrings. |
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Paper Shapers Moon and Stars Medium Paper Punch $7.76 Paper punch is perfect for sprucing up scrapbooks, card and other paper craftsScrapbooking tool features a moon and stars designLightweight and easy to use punch is sure to be your favorite |
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Surgical Steel Crystal Moon and Star 14-gauge Belly Ring $15.09 Belly ring is crafted of 316L surgical stainless steelBody jewelry features a dangling moon and star decorated with sparkling crystalsNavel ring is available in clear, aqua, and pink color options |
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Sterling Silver Man in the Moon Star Stud Earrings $11.99 These stud earrings feature a moon with a face and a star. |
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18k Gold ‘Sun, Moon, Stars’ Shell Cameo and Tsavorite Round Pendant $539.99 The Sun, Moon and Stars design on this stunning cameo pendant is hand-carved in Italy of smooth shell. Glistening green tsavorite gemstones line the 18-karat yellow gold bail. |
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Meredith Leigh Sterling Silver Tiger’s Eye Moon Star Shank Ring $74.99 Click here for Ring Sizing ChartTiger’s eye cocktail ring with cutoutsSterling silver jewelry |
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Sun, Moon And Stars, Level 2 $4.99 Explores the solar system and beyond, providing information on the planets, stars, and scientific expeditions made by man in space. |
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10k Yellow Gold Half-moon and Star Diamond Necklace $80.99 Gold necklace features a crescent moon pendant paired with a diamond-studded starWomen’s jewelry crafted of 10-karat yellow goldGive her the moon and the stars in a sparkling necklace |
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Sterling Silver Hoop Half Moon and Star Earrings $25.49 Enhance your style with sterling silver earringsFanciful jewelry features a high polish finishSilver fashion earrings have hoops with dangling crescent moon and star charms |
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Sun Moon Stars by Karl Lagerfeld Women’s 3.3-oz EDT Spray $22.49 Sun Moon Stars by Karl Lagerfeld EDT Spray 3.3 Oz for women. All sales are final on this product. |
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Sterling Silver Children’s Moon and Star Necklace $13.99 This sterling silver children’s jewelry features a moon and star pendant. This necklace also includes a 14-inch rhodium-plated cable chain. |
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Sterling Silver Sun, Moon, and Stars Link Bracelet $42.49 Complement any wardrobe with this sterling silver braceletJewelry features alternating sun, moon and star linksBracelet measures 16.6 mm wide x 3.3 mm thick x 8 inches long |
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Sterling Silver Dangling Mini Moon and Star Bracelet $24.99 Complement any wardrobe with this sterling silver braceletJewelry features mini half-moon and star on the same dangleBracelet measures 12.8 mm wide x 1.9 mm thick x 7 inches long |
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Silvertone Stars and Moon Heart Necklace $9.39 Watch your stars align with this stunning stars and moon heart pendant. Pretty rhinestones trim the pendant for a look worthy of praise. |
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Moon & Star Sterling Silver Anklet (Set of 2) $34.99 Handcrafted by talented Indian artisans Made entirely from sterling silver Boasts a moon and star charm Measures 10 inches long Finished off with a lobster claw clasp |
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Handcrafted Sun/ Moon/ Star Chime (Pack of 4) $59.99 Adds charm and magic to any porch, patio, or gardenHandmade chrome-plated chime with sun, moon, stars, and bells hanging beneath a brass domeChimes are a great gift ideas for friends and loved ones |
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14k Two-tone Moon and Star Drop Earrings $34.99 Shimmering two-tone earrings feature a carved moon and star designDrop earrings are crafted of vibrant 14k yellow gold with a gleaming white gold starDangling earrings are a lovely accessory for any casual occasion |
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Moon & Stars Velvet Bag $10.11 This handsome bag from Lo Scarabeo provides an attractive way to safely store and protect your valuable decks. This bag is big enough to hold two standard size (2.6 x 4.7 inches) decks. |
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Crescent Moon with Star Pewter Earrings $9.19 Celestial addition to any jewelry collectionCrescent moon star earrings crafted from fine pewterSingle small Austrian crystal accent in center of the stars |
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Oversized Cuddlewrap Blanket $19.99 Stay cozy and comfortable with this oversized Cuddlewrap blanketBlanket features a zip-up and snap-on designThrow is machine washable for easy care |
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Handcrafted ‘Sun, Moon and Star’ Wind Chime (India) $24.99 You and your guests will enjoy the bright sounds of this handcrafted Sun, Moon and Star wind chimeChime features beads and glowing brass bells and a sun, moon and star in brassGarden accent is sure to accent any indoor or outdoor decor |
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Through Moon and Stars and Night Skies $6.73 The story of an adopted boy’s journey from the Far East to his new home in America. Watercolor-and-ink illustrations accompany the text. |
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Planets, Moons, and Stars $7.87 Discusses the planets and moons of our solar system and describes thirteen constellations and some legends associated with them. |
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Comets, Stars, the Moon, and Mars $10.77 Description not available. |
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Leather ‘Moon’ Ottoman Cover (Brazil) $149.99 Update your home decor with this handsome ottomanFurniture piece is adorned with a stars around the moonThe Carneiro Family crafts this ottoman of soft ox leather and sews the pieces together by hand |
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Fairy on a Moon Pewter Necklace $15.99 Our serene and elegant fairy is relaxing on a polished moon pendantShe holds out a star with a center crystalSubtle coloring highlights this necklace from the flower bracelets to her golden butterfly wings |
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‘Star Bloom’ Brooch (Indonesia) $62.99 ‘Star Bloom’ brooch is lined with velvet and finished with palm leaf threadThis handmade jewelry has a distinct Balinese vogue for a fashionable attireBrooch resembles the nocturnal moon-blooming sandat flower |
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The Stalking Moon (DVD) $9.89 Gregory Peck stars as Sam Varner, an ex-Army man who escorts a girl (Eva Marie Saint) kidnapped by Apaches across the desolate Southwest. Joining them are the girl`s half-Indian son and Varner`s best friend (Robert Forster). But their long journey acro… |
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Alabama Moon $12.36 I could trap my own food and make my own clothes. I could find my way by the stars and make fire in the rain. Pap said he even figured I could whip somebody three times my size. He wasn’t worried about me. For a… |
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Sweet Romance Iridescent Moon Earrings $33.99 There is something almost magical about putting on a piece of Sweet Romance jewelryJewelry features iridescent aurora satin glass moon and stars in a rope edge, bezel settingGlass on earrings appears to glow |
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Night Sky Atlas $21.97 Designed for new owners of small telescopes or binoculars in either hemisphere (north or south), this slim atlas provides a guide to observing stars, planets and deep sky objects, then presents profiles of about 150 of the brightest and most interestin… |
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Sun, Moon, Stars, Rain $16.78 Description not available. |
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Sterling Silver ‘Starlight Moon’ Pearl Earrings (Thailand) (8 mm) $67.99 These earrings are beautifully designed by Matta in ThailandThe jewelry features stars that twinkle in a silver firmament above the full moonDangle earrings feature silver, freshwater pearls and cubic zirconia |
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Easy Star All-Stars – Dub Side Of The Moon $13.85 Description Not Available |
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Night Gear 2.5x Night Vision Scope $125.24 This Night Gear night vision titanium scope is durably constructed and includes an infrared illuminatorScope features light source in total darkness when no moon or stars are visible |
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Handcrafted Brass Dome Chime (India) $23.89 Add some fun to your home decor with this handcrafted wind chimeChime features astronomically shaped chimesAccented with suns, moons, stars and bells hanging below a brass dome |