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The biggest 'atomic bombs' in the universe
A supernova is an explosion that releases so much energy and brightness that it outshines entire galaxies containing several hundred billion stars.
Atmosphere
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What happens when oxygen drops to zero on Earth?
After the oxygen disappears, a completely different Earth will be born. It is a world filled with methane, low CO2 levels and no ozone layer.
Space science
Discovery of 'dry bone' planet containing terrifying secrets
A newly discovered exoplanet has revealed completely absurd properties, leaving scientists baffled and contemplating terrifying scenarios about its past.
Space science
Did humanity just witness its first space battle?
Earlier this week, Israel's Arrow 2 missile system reportedly intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile on a trajectory outside the Earth's atmosphere.
Environment
How was the environment and climate of Earth during the dinosaur era different from today?
The climate on Earth is often variable and cyclical and so the world in the future may have a climate similar to that of the age of the dinosaurs.
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NASA to test 'pneumatic brakes' for Mars lander
The US space agency plans to launch a giant inflatable deceleration plate into low Earth orbit early next month.
Archeology
Genghis Khan massacred many people to change the atmosphere
Through raids and massacres, Genghis Khan's army caused huge amounts of carbon dioxide to disappear from the atmosphere, possibly making the Earth colder.
Space science
Breakthrough discovery of planet with more water than Earth
Mysterious planet could be a warm version of
Space science
How would humans die when visiting other planets?
Humans need oxygen to breathe. If there is not enough oxygen anywhere in the Solar System, death comes quickly.
Space science
Inexplicable 'ghost' attacks planet near Earth
A vast dark area that has scientists baffled is growing and multiplying on a planet in our solar system, accompanied by a similarly puzzling bright spot nearby.
Environment
Electricity-Free Cooling: The Ideal Approach to Climate Control?
In the context of the world is
Space science
New signs of habitable planet found
It is possible that humanity has seen a habitable planet for a long time without knowing it, because it ignored signs of an Earth-like phenomenon.
Space science
New signs of advanced alien life discovered
Brommethane, or methyl bromide (CH3Br), which coexists with Earth's organisms, is something scientists should be on the lookout for on worlds suspected of harboring extr…
Space science
Rare photos from the surface of Venus
Venus has a harsh climate, so spacecraft only survive for a very short time after landing.
Flu epidemic
If you told me that the Earth's atmosphere covers the entire Moon, would you believe it? It's true!
Humans, since the advent of scientific and logical thinking, have always sought to limit everything to a specific number.