Researchers have examined (2060) Chiron, a celestial body orbiting between Jupiter and Neptune, revealing its unusual surface and gaseous composition. According to a study published in Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chiron displays characteristics of both asteroids and comets, classifying it as a centaur. Observations conducted using the James Webb Space Telescope have identified carbon dioxide and…
The innermost planet of the TRAPPIST-1 system, TRAPPIST-1b, may possess a carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere, according to research published in Nature Astronomy on December 16. The TRAPPIST-1 system, which lies 40 light-years from Earth and includes seven Earth-sized exoplanets, has intrigued astronomers since its discovery in 2017. Earlier studies suggested that these planets lacked atmospheres due…
The formation of planets has long been a subject of fascination and study in the field of astronomy. For decades, scientists have sought to understand the conditions required for planets to form around stars, particularly in environments that are vastly different from those of our solar system. Recent groundbreaking discoveries, led by advanced telescopes like…
A galaxy nicknamed the Firefly Sparkle has been detected by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, marking a significant discovery. According to research published in Nature on December 11, this galaxy existed approximately 600 million years after the Big Bang and has a mass similar to the Milky Way at a comparable stage of development. The…
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