StoryNote logo

Our solar system is orbiting the center of the galaxy at 483,000 mph. What kinds of relativistic effects do we experience because of this, and do we have to take them into account when studying other galaxies/stars?

by /u/ILoveTheDarknessBand in /r/askscience

Upvotes: 438

Favorite this post:
Mark as read:
Your rating:
Add this post to a custom list

StoryNote©

Reddit is a registered trademark of Reddit, Inc. Use of this trademark on our website does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by Reddit, Inc.