Stellar

The study of stars and star-like objects.

Resources in this category:

Constellations and their Stars
http://www.astro.wisc.edu/~dolan/constellations/

There is an introduction to constellations here as well as an FAQ. You can also find lists of constellations and stars along with descriptive information. The interactive star charts require a Java applet to view.

ExploreLearning
http://www.explorelearning.com/

ExploreLearning offers a catalog of modular, interactive simulations in math and science, called "gizmos," which provided animated demonstrations of a wealth of physics and mathematics topics.

Journey through the Galaxy
http://home.cwru.edu/~sjr16/index.html

An overview of several fields of astronomy, including topics in the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, extrasolar planets, cosmology, and space exploration. Also includes an astronomy glossary.

NED -- The NASA/IPAC Extragalactic Database
http://nedwww.ipac.caltech.edu/

"The NASA/IPAC Extragalactic Database (NED) is built around a master list of extragalactic objects for which cross-identifications of names have been established, accurate positions and redshifts entered to the extent possible, and some basic data collected.... NED's data and references are being continually updated, with revised versions being put on-line every 2-3 months." Includes a list of frequently asked questions.

Skylights
http://www.astro.uiuc.edu/~kaler/skylights.html

Articles, images, history, myths concerning stars and their constellations. Photographs of 48 stars, 108 constellations, with links to the Wilson Observatory and other Space sites.

Star Journey
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/stars/

"Journey through the stars with National Geographic Online. View the nighttime sky using National Geographic's popular Star Chart, now with overlays if Hubble Space telescope images. Visit our Star Attractions highlights of the heavens or take a look at the Hubble Space Telescope itself using our model and guide. Take charge of the telescope and plot your own course through the cosmos." Site is graphics intensive.

Stellar Evolution and Death
http://observe.arc.nasa.gov/nasa/space/stellardeath/stellard...

A discussion of how stars evolve during their lifetimes and what leads to their sometimes explosive deaths. The most massive stars end their lives violently and spectacularly. Less massive stars die more peacefully. Examples of the former are supernova explosions, which are among the most energetic events in the heavens. Hosted by NASA's Observatorium.

Sunbeams
http://westudent.tripod.com/page1.html

Explores many aspects of the sun, including an introduction to the mythology, science, art, history, and health questions surrounding the celestial body. There are also interactive games and puzzles as well as links to further research sources.

Tour the Constellations
http://members.ncats.net/astro/text/tour/

You can take three different tours of the constellations: the complete tour takes you alphabetically through all the constellations and "is guaranteed to fill your head with factoids and mythology," the specialized tour allows you to choose which constellations to visit, and the crazy tour takes you backwards through the constellations. Information about each constellation includes its popular name, location, and main attractions.

Yahoo! News Full Coverage: Black Holes
http://news.yahoo.com/fc/Science/Black_Holes/

Features current news stories related to black holes. Also links to news sources, opinions & editorials, magazine articles, video sources, and related Web sites.