870 results for "atmosphere"

Using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have detected a water-rich atmosphere on GJ 9827 d, a small exoplanet located 98 light-years away. With a unique composition of heavier…

New research indicates that Mars' missing atmosphere could be locked within its clay-rich surface. Scientists propose that carbon dioxide from the planet’s early atmosphere was absorbed by clay minerals over…

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have observed the atmosphere of WASP-107b, a unique "super-puff" exoplanet the size of Jupiter but with just a tenth of its mass.…

A team of researchers from Spain and Japan has made a significant discovery by detecting a diverse array of live fungi, bacteria, and viruses high in the Earth’s atmosphere. This...

Recent research has revealed that the high-altitude explosion of SpaceX's Starship rocket during its second test flight in November 2023 temporarily tore a hole in the ionosphere, the uppermost layer...

The European Space Agency's Mars Express mission continues to deliver breathtaking images of the Red Planet, with one of its latest photographs capturing a remarkable view that includes Mars’ largest...

In a groundbreaking discovery, an international team of scientists has confirmed the existence of a global electric field on Earth, known as the ambipolar electric field. Hypothesized over 60 years...

Recent research conducted by scientists from MIT and the University of Chicago has revealed that the Moon's extremely thin atmosphere, known as an exosphere, is primarily sustained by constant meteorite...

NASA’s Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (GOLD) mission has uncovered intriguing C- and X-shaped formations in the ionosphere, a region of Earth’s upper atmosphere that extends from about...

A recent discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revealed the presence of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) in the atmosphere of the exoplanet GJ 3470b, challenging existing theories of...

In a groundbreaking discovery, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected an atmosphere surrounding the exoplanet 55 Cancri e, often described as a "super-Earth." This marks the first time...

A thick atmosphere has been identified surrounding a planet twice the size of Earth in a nearby solar system, researchers said Wednesday. The so-called super Earth, also known as 55...

Posted on Jun 15, 2022 in Astrobiology, Astronomy, Extraterrestrial Life Researchers from the University of Cambridge have concluded: “If life was responsible for the sulphur (SO2) levels we see on...

“With its larger size and atmosphere,” exoplanetologist Diana Dragomir told The Daily Galaxy, “TOI-1231b promises to give us a glimpse into the rate of atmospheric evaporation caused by its M...

Posted on Mar 16, 2021 in Astrobiology, Astronomy, Exoplanets, Science News “Liquid magma is actually quite runny,” said University of Chicago planetary scientist, Edwin Kite, about a new study by...

“Venus is like Earth in so many ways,” explained the late physicist, Stephen Hawking. “A sort of kissing cousin. She’s almost the same size as Earth, a touch closer to...

Posted on Jan 26, 2020 in Astronomy, Exoplanets, Science And we thought Venus was hot, with a surface temperature that melts lead. New observations of a bizarre world beyond our...

Posted on May 24, 2019 in Astronomy, Science Scientists Ireland and France report major new finding about how matter behaves in the extreme near speed of light conditions of the...

A NASA study based on new data from the Curiosity Mission rover reveals asteroid impacts on ancient Mars could have produced key ingredients for life if the Martian atmosphere was...

Posted on Feb 20, 2019 in Astronomy, Science “The moon flies through Earth’s atmosphere,” says Igor Baliukin of Russia’s Space Research Institute, lead author of a paper presenting the discovery....

Posted on Dec 19, 2018 “Every six or seven years, we found examples of observations when the equatorial clouds had vanished completely, allowing us to see deeper into Jupiter’s churning...

“Venus is like Earth in so many ways,” explained the late physicist, Stephen Hawking. “A sort of kissing cousin. She’s almost the same size as Earth, a touch closer to...

Posted on Oct 14, 2018 The “Planet Earth Report” connects you to the day’s important news headlines on the people, discoveries, and events changing our planet. Lifeboats’ Amid the World’s...

Posted on Oct 2, 2018 Imagine what 21st Century nuclear technology would do. “Each raid released the energy of at least 300 lightning strikes,” said professor Chris Scott, from the...

Posted on Aug 15, 2018 Exoplanets, planets in other solar systems, can orbit very close to their host stars. When the host star is much hotter than the sun, the...

Posted on Aug 11, 2018 The first ever spacecraft to fly directly toward the Sun was poised to blast off today, on a mission to plunge into our star’s sizzling...

The FAA has cleared SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 launches after temporarily grounding the rocket due to an upper stage issue during the Crew-9 mission in September. After reviewing SpaceX’s…

For centuries, mysterious sounds echoing from the sky have puzzled people worldwide. These unexplained phenomena, known as skyquakes, continue to baffle scientists and researchers alike. Despite technological advancements and numerous…

A new study led by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has uncovered indirect evidence of a volcanic exomoon orbiting the distant exoplanet WASP-49 b, 635 light-years away. Researchers detected a large…

NASA has combined the observational power of the Hubble Space Telescope and New Horizons to simultaneously observe Uranus, offering new insights into the study of distant exoplanets. By comparing Hubble’s…

Recent observations from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have revealed unexpected changes in Jupiter’s Great Red Spot, a massive storm that has fascinated astronomers for over 150 years. Over a 90-day…

A powerful G4-class geomagnetic storm is set to illuminate the skies across the United States this week, offering a rare opportunity to witness the Northern Lights. The Space Weather Prediction…

SpaceX is preparing for its fifth Starship test flight (IFT-5), potentially launching as soon as October 13, 2024, pending regulatory approval from the FAA. This test flight is a key…

ESA has tested a cutting-edge lunar camera designed for NASA’s upcoming Artemis missions during the PANGAEA geology training in Lanzarote. The Handheld Universal Lunar Camera (HULC), equipped to withstand the…

The return of NASA's Crew-8 mission from the International Space Station has been postponed due to Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm posing significant risks to splashdown operations. Initially planned…

NASA’s Curiosity rover has revealed new evidence showing how Mars transitioned from a potentially habitable planet with vast bodies of liquid water to the cold, dry desert we see today.…

The Draconid meteor shower offers a unique celestial display, known for its slow-moving meteors and early evening visibility. While typically producing around 10 meteors per hour, the shower is famous…

After more than 12 years of exploring Mars, NASA’s Curiosity rover has developed significant wear and tear, including a large hole in one of its wheels. Despite the damage, NASA…

A stunning display of the northern lights is expected across parts of the northern U.S. this weekend, following a powerful solar flare and coronal mass ejection from the Sun.

NASA is preparing to launch the Europa Clipper mission on October 10, 2024, marking the start of a six-year journey to Jupiter’s icy moon Europa. The spacecraft, NASA’s largest planetary…

ESA’s Hera mission, a vital follow-up to NASA’s DART impact test on the asteroid Dimorphos, is nearing its October 7 launch. Hera will study the aftermath of the DART collision,…

ESA and JAXA’s BepiColombo spacecraft has made significant discoveries during its third Mercury flyby, revealing surprising magnetic features such as energetic hot ions and potential ring currents. These findings are…

NASA scientists have discovered a new type of gamma-ray emission produced by tropical thunderstorms, called "flickering gamma-ray flashes." Using advanced detectors aboard a high-altitude NASA aircraft, researchers found that these…

A massive X7.1-class solar flare erupted from the sun on October 1, 2024, sending a coronal mass ejection (CME) toward Earth. The resulting geomagnetic storm could trigger auroras visible in…

October 2024 offers an array of celestial wonders for stargazers, featuring the year's biggest supermoon, the dazzling Orionid meteor shower, and the potential naked-eye appearance of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS. From an…

A new study has found that the COVID-19 lockdowns on Earth led to a surprising drop in the Moon’s nighttime temperature. Researchers suggest that reduced human activity during the pandemic…

Scientists have discovered a staggering amount of water surrounding a young star system, HL Tauri, located 450 light-years from Earth. The water detected is equivalent to three times the volume…

SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS), delivering two astronauts and preparing to bring home NASA’s Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been aboard since…

A recent study suggests that nearby supernovae may have played a key role in shaping the evolution of life on Earth. Researchers from UC Santa Cruz discovered deposits of iron…

NASA has raised alarms over escalating air leaks and cracks in the International Space Station's Russian segment, with recent reports confirming the issue has reached the highest level on the…