Ask an Astronomer

  • Cornell Ask an Astronomer
    • The best "Ask an Astronomer" site. An excellent resource for those curious about astronomy.
    Submit a question or browse the extensive list of commonly asked questions.

  • Ask a High Energy Astronomer
    • Ask a NASA high energy astronomer a question, or look through the archives of
    previously answered questions on a variety of astronomy topics.

  • Ask Lick Observatory
    • Check the newsletters for common questions, or submit your own.
    Also has a small archive of previously answered astronomy questions.

  • Dr. Sten Odenwald's Astronomy Cafe
    • Somewhat basic and unorganized site.
    However, it covers a broad range of topics and has some useful information.

  • Cool Cosmos
    • Flashy website, full of animations and even a few "Ask an Astronomer" videos.
    Actual information is rather basic, however.

  • Solar and Heliospheric Observatory
    • Ask "Dr.SOHO" questions about the Sun or the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory.
    Includes a useful archive of past questions.

  • UHH Ask an Astronomer
    • Submit an astronomy question to UHH Astronomy faculty and students.
    Unfortunately, does not include an archive or clear support.