Stellar motion

Stellar motion refers to the movement of stars through space. Stars travel in various ways: some drift slowly across our sky, others orbit around the center of our galaxy, the Milky Way, at hundreds of thousands of miles per hour. These motions are influenced by gravity, interactions with other stars, and the galaxy's overall structure. Over time, stars can change positions relative to each other and to Earth. Understanding stellar motion helps astronomers learn about the galaxy's history, the movement of different star populations, and the dynamics of our universe.