Can I see more stars from space?

Phil Plait, the Bad Astronomer produces a wonderful set of videos that are always fun and instructional.

I don't post them that often so as not to clutter, therefore I'm not up to date with them. This one is from July 21st (over a week ago), so if you have already seen it, please disregard. Otherwise, the question is: "Can I see more stars from space than I can see from the surface"?

It is a good question, and for once I knew the answer but let Phil explain.



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