Articles for tag: Space

10 Things You Didn't Know About Jupiter

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Jupiter

Andrew Alpin

Jupiter has been dazzling humans for thousands of years, shining brightly in our night sky like a beacon from the depths of space. Most people know it’s big – really big – but this gas giant holds secrets that would shock even seasoned astronomy enthusiasts. From mysterious magnetic tornadoes creating Earth-sized storms to hidden oceans ...

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How Saturn’s Rings Might Be Disappearing – Fast

Suhail Ahmed

There’s a quiet drama playing out around Saturn, and it doesn’t involve storms or lightning – it’s a slow leak. For decades, scientists suspected the planet’s shimmering rings were falling inward, but only recently have measurements revealed just how quickly that downpour is happening. The result is a startling portrait: an iconic ring system that’s ...

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How Space Research Is Influencing Animal Conservation Technology

Jan Otte

In recent years, the intersection of space research and animal conservation has opened up exciting new possibilities. Many innovative technologies, initially developed for space exploration, are now being repurposed to help preserve and protect wildlife on Earth. This article delves into how these advancements are being harnessed to aid animal conservation efforts worldwide. So lets ...

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Asteroid Bennu in Images – The Solar System Time Capsule

Jan Otte

Asteroid Bennu isn’t just another space rock drifting through the cosmos—it’s a relic from the early days of our Solar System. Scientists believe that this 500-meter-wide asteroid holds crucial clues about the origins of life on Earth and possibly beyond. The OSIRIS-REx Mission In 2016, NASA launched the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft on a daring mission to ...

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What Animal Experiments Have Taught Us About Space Travel

Anna Lee

Before humans embarked on journeys into space, animals were the pioneers of interstellar exploration. The urgent quest to conquer this final frontier led researchers to conduct experiments involving various animals to gauge the effects of space travel on living organisms. Sending animals into space provided valuable insights into the physiological and psychological impacts of this ...

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How Space Technology Is Helping Us Track Endangered Species

Annette Uy

Space technology, often synonymous with exploring distant galaxies, is making a profound impact closer to home: tracking and protecting endangered species. This innovative fusion of advanced technology and wildlife conservation is unlocking new possibilities to safeguard biodiversity and vital ecosystems. By leveraging satellites and other space-based tools, conservationists gain critical insights into animal movements, habitat ...