How Many Planets In The Universe?

Given all the stars, galaxies and what we know about the laws governing reality, how many planets are there in our observable Universe?

Jan 23, 2014 · 7 min read

“Stuff your eyes with wonder, live as if you’d drop dead in ten seconds. See the world. It’s more fantastic than any dream made or paid for in factories.” -Ray Bradbury

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