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Icy Moons

Icy moons are celestial bodies orbiting planets. They are primarily composed of water ice. These moons may harbour subsurface oceans. This raises the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Notable examples include Europa and Enceladus. Scientists study these moons for clues about the solar system's history. Their unique environments could offer insights into astrobiology. Exploration missions aim to uncover their secrets.

Deep Sea Ecosystems: Exploration and Mysteries

The deep sea, covering more than half of the Earth's surface, remains one of the least explored and...

 January 12, 2024

Organics and Mineral Salts Discovered on Jupiter’s Moon Ganymede by NASA

New findings from NASA's Juno spacecraft have revealed the presence of mineral salts and organic compounds on Ganymede,...

 November 2, 2023

Wide Field Survey Telescope

China is preparing to launch the Wide Field Survey Telescope (WFST) in September, a significant addition to the...

 September 8, 2023

Sources of Meteors & Meteorites

Meteors and meteorites have fascinated humanity for centuries, often appearing as bright streaks across the night sky. These...

 July 21, 2023

Plutionos

The exploration of our solar system has always fascinated scientists and space enthusiasts alike. One particular celestial body...

 July 18, 2023

Kuiper Belt & its Objects

Located beyond the orbit of Neptune, the Kuiper Belt is a fascinating region of our solar system. It...

 July 18, 2023

The Moons of Saturn

Saturn, the second-largest planet in our solar system, is not only famous for its iconic rings but also...

 July 18, 2023

The Ring System of Saturn

Saturn, the second-largest planet in our solar system, is renowned for its captivating ring system. Since its discovery...

 July 18, 2023

The Moons of Jupiter

Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, is not only known for its impressive size and distinctive...

 July 18, 2023

Size and Composition of Solar System

The solar system, a mesmerizing expanse of celestial bodies, encompasses the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other...

 July 14, 2023

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