Extraterrestrial News & Deep Space Exploration
Why Are Stars Hot? Stars are fiery giants because of gravity and nuclear fusion. If a mass of gas—at least 80 times Jupiter’s size—collapses under its own gravity, the intense pressure ignites fusion, turning hydrogen into helium and releasing enormous energy. This process generates immense heat and light, making stars shine for billions of years.... Continue Reading →
James Webb Won't Discover Exoplanets? Think Again! Many believe the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) won’t be discovering new planets—and they’re mostly right! But JWST’s true strength lies in something even more crucial: unlocking the secrets of known exoplanets. Unlike smaller telescopes that find new worlds, JWST specializes in analyzing their atmospheres, detecting elements like carbon dioxide and methane, and even identifying potential ocean-covered planets. Its work is revolutionizing our understanding of alien worlds, bringing us closer to finding habitable planets beyond Earth. Want to know how? Read on!
A Celestial Spectacle: The Planetary Alignment of January 2025 Skywatchers are in for a cosmic treat as the night sky will showcase a rare planetary alignment at the end of January 2025. This event, often referred to as a "planetary parade," will feature six planets—Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Uranus, and Neptune—aligning in the evening sky.... Continue Reading →
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