Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere
Astronomers for the first time have deciphered the three-dimensional structure of the atmosphere of a planet beyond our solar ...
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Astronomers uncover the topsy-turvy atmosphere of a distant planet
The gas giant WASP-121b, also known as Tylos, has an atmospheric structure unlike any we have ever seen, and the fastest ...
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Is Pluto a planet or not? Who cares! Our love for the King of the Kuiper Belt is stronger than ever 95 years later
On the 95th anniversary of its discovery, Pluto remains one of the most beloved and enigmatic worlds in our solar system, ...
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Where Are the Universe’s Missing Planets?
Planet demographics reveal a puzzling lack of worlds in a certain size range throughout the galaxy F or centuries our solar ...
The tiny planet-not-planet that could: Pluto was discovered 95 years ago today
Feb. 18 marks the 95th anniversary of the discovery of our outermost planet-not-planet. Here's what to know about the short ...
7 planets are aligned in the night sky right now. But what's that mean for science?
In February 2025, all seven of our planetary neighbors will be visible from Earth. So what does such a planetary alignment ...
Could Alien Life Thrive on Planets Orbiting Dead Stars? New Study Suggests Yes
Scientists have long overlooked white dwarfs as hosts for habitable exoplanets, assuming their lack of fusion would make life ...
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A 'parade of planets' is lighting up skies across Ontario and Canada. Here's when to see it
A planetary alignment happens when planets “line up” on the same side of the sun. The phenomenon is visible this month ...
Pluto was discovered 95 years ago. Where you can view the non-planet in Michigan
Pluto may not be a planet any more, but you still have a chance to see the distant dwarf planet at one of Michigan's ...
A secretive U.S. spaceplane just snapped a stunning view of Earth
"An X-37B onboard camera, used to ensure the health and safety of the vehicle, captures an image of Earth while conducting ...
Celestial Spectacles: Planets, lunar eclipse, more to light up the night sky February through April
Stargazers and science enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks, as the night sky will offer a lineup ...
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Astronomers gauge livability of exoplanets orbiting white dwarf stars
Astronomers used a 3D global computer model to compare the climates of exoplanets in different stellar and orbital configurations. They found that a planet orbiting a white dwarf star would offer a ...