Amy Arthur
Science writer
Amy Arthur is a science writer and speaker.
Recent articles by Amy Arthur
Single biome planets
Fire in space? A flame can still burn in microgravity, but it does look very strange. Here's why
Could a spaceship really fly through an asteroid belt? Just ask NASA, who've sent multiple craft to do just that
Faster than light travel
Could explosions really happen in space?
What would it really be like to have a fight in microgravity?
Why is the sky blue?
What's the scientific reason behind Earth's sky appearing blue to the human eye?
Mental health benefits of stargazing and astronomy
Connecting with the night sky can improve your wellbeing.
Where's the coldest place on Earth?
On foot, by car, by plane and by space station! How long does it take to travel around the world?
How long does it take to travel around the world on foot, by car, by plane and by space station?
What colour is the Sun? Depends on how you observe it, and from where
Our Sun is often depicted as being yellow, but is this technically correct?
How hot is the Sun?
Find out about the internal structures of our host star and their different temperatures.
The Columbia Space Shuttle disaster
A look back at fateful flight STS-107, and what caused the disaster.