Space

Mars, often referred to as the red planet, has captivated the imaginations of scientists and enthusiasts alike with its strange and unique geological phenomena. Among these are the enigmatic formations known as araneiforms, which resemble spiders scuttling across the Martian surface. However, these formations are not what they seem. They are not living creatures but
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Exoplanets have captured the imagination of scientists and space enthusiasts alike with their diverse range of environmental conditions. These planets exist outside of our Solar System, orbiting other stars, and offering a glimpse into the vastness of the universe. Since the first confirmed discovery back in the 1990s, over 5,200 exoplanets have been identified, ranging
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Looking at Boeing’s recent uncrewed return of the Starliner space capsule, it’s hard to ignore the stark differences between Boeing and SpaceX in the competitive space race. When the Commercial Crew Program started, Boeing seemed like the more likely contender due to its extensive aerospace experience. However, SpaceX quickly gained ground with its Falcon 9
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As we move into the month of September, there are a number of fascinating lunar occultation events happening all around the world. These events provide a unique opportunity for skywatchers to witness the Moon blocking out various celestial objects such as stars, planets, and star clusters. The Moon’s journey as it occults these objects offers
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When China’s Tianwen-1 mission arrived in orbit around Mars in July 2020, it marked the beginning of a new era in interplanetary exploration. The mission consists of a diverse set of robotic elements, including an orbiter, a lander, two deployable cameras, a remote camera, and the Zhurong rover. The primary goal of the mission is
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Located just outside the Milky Way Galaxy, approximately 210,000 light-years from Earth, is the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC). This dwarf galaxy, measuring about 18,900 light-years in diameter and containing around 3 billion stars, orbits the Milky Way as a satellite galaxy. Scientists are highly intrigued by the SMC and its counterpart, the Large Magellanic Cloud
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The recent detection and measurement of the ambipolar field surrounding Earth has opened up a new realm of study in atmospheric science. Described as an invisible and weak energy field, the ambipolar field has long been hypothesized but only recently confirmed by astronomers. This groundbreaking discovery has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of our
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