The role of telescopes in expanding our knowledge of space
Astronomy
Telescopes in space are more expensive than observatories on Earth. They are also getting better quickly. In nine years, the…
Astronomy
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Star Light Simulator Illuminates The Search For Life Around The Milky Way’s Most Common Stars
Astronomy
The Star Light Simulator, right: Illuminated (right). It has a total of 25 channels and emits light between 365 nanometers…
How rare is an earth-like planet?
Astronomy
Universe&Space
For centuries, humans have wondered if Earth is the only one in the universe or similar planets exist. But with…
How old is the oldest star ever observed?
Astronomy
Discoveries
In 2000, scientists dated what they thought was the oldest star in the Universe. The observation by the European Space…
What is Planet 9 in our solar system?
Astronomy
Discoveries
Planet 9 is a hypothetical giant planet that may be orbiting the Sun beyond Pluto. Its presence can explain the…
Youngest pair of asteroids in solar system spotted
Astronomy
The space Astronomers have discovered the solar system's youngest known pair of asteroids. The baby asteroids are estimated to be…
Why are asteroids and comets such weird shapes?
Astronomy
According to Alessandra Springmann, a researcher at the University of Arizona's Lunar, space and Planetary Laboratory who analyzes asteroids, it…
What is a planetary system
Astronomy
Universe&Space
A planetary system is a collection of non-stellar objects in orbit around a star or star system that are gravitationally…
What is a comet assay
Astronomy
The Comet Assay, commonly known as single-cell gel electrophoresis (SCGE), is a versatile, simple, and adaptable method for detecting DNA…
Is there wind on other planets?
Astronomy
Discoveries
Universe&Space
Despite its "wild weather," Earth is beginning to look like an ideal vacation destination while compare to space orbits. Being…
