The locals call it “Ghantsiis,” the “fallen star,” and believe it possesses supernatural powers. Even if that’s not the case, the Hoba meteorite does have features that make scientists scratch their heads. Imagine a giant, anvil-shaped rock falling from space. Most of us would expect a colossal crater, a scene straight out of a sci-fi movie. But what if this space rock … [Read more...] about Why the Hoba Meteorite Left No Impact Crater Despite Being Earth’s Biggest Space Rock and Chunk of Iron
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People Are Asking If There Is No Oxygen In Space, How Is The Sun On Fire?
They're asking the wrong question. Let's delve into a common query circulating among curious minds: "If there's no oxygen in space, how is the Sun on fire?" It's a question that seems straightforward but actually leads us to a deeper understanding of the universe. Firstly, it's essential to correct a common misconception: there is indeed some molecular oxygen in space, … [Read more...] about People Are Asking If There Is No Oxygen In Space, How Is The Sun On Fire?
China Wants To Fire Astronauts Into Space Using An Electromagnetic Railgun
China has set its sights on a groundbreaking method to propel astronauts into space: an electromagnetic railgun. This innovative technology could potentially revolutionize space travel, offering unprecedented speed and efficiency in launching spacecraft. Traditionally, the process of launching astronauts into orbit demands colossal amounts of fuel. Take, for example, the … [Read more...] about China Wants To Fire Astronauts Into Space Using An Electromagnetic Railgun
Voyager 1 Continues To Send NASA Repeating Pattern Of 1s and 0s From Interstellar Space
It's as if the spacecraft is stuck. Voyager 1 has traveled further than any human-made object, crossing the heliopause and heading into interstellar space. While doing this, it has continued to send back useful data to Earth, helping us learn about the space between stars outside of our own Solar System. All this while working with just 69.63 kilobytes of memory, and running … [Read more...] about Voyager 1 Continues To Send NASA Repeating Pattern Of 1s and 0s From Interstellar Space