Space Stories - Astronomy Words: Metal

The 365 Days of Astronomy · Oct 28, 2026 · 6m

Written & hosted by our Director, Avivah Yamani.

Why do astronomers call oxygen and carbon metals? Explore how stars created the elements that formed planets, and eventually, us!

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