flicker articles

Is it a star if it's flickering?

The perception of a star flickering or twinkling in the night sky is one of the most common celestial observations, ofte...

Why do planets look like they are flickering?

The visual phenomenon of celestial objects appearing to flicker, or twinkle, is a common sight for anyone who spends tim...

Why does Venus look like its flickering?

That beautiful, brilliant beacon in the evening or morning sky—Venus—sometimes exhibits a curious behavior: it appears t...