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Could the Sun Capture a New Planet, Changing Life on Earth?
A new analysis suggests the Sun is likely to
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European satellite launched to study the Sun
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said the country successfully launched a satellite of the European Space Agency's (ESA) Proba-3 mission on December 5.
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First discovery of life-preserving magnetosphere outside the Solar System
When we think about the habitability of exoplanets, the role of magnetic fields in maintaining a stable environment is something to consider alongside things like atmosp…
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Mysterious comet flies close to the Sun without melting, leaving scientists puzzled
A comet is described as
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Unexpected discovery of the largest storm lasting 190 years in the Solar System
New observations of Jupiter's Great Red Spot captured by the Hubble Telescope have revealed the 190-year-old storm wobbling like jelly and changing shape like a squashed…
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How many moons does Jupiter have?
Jupiter, the giant planet in the Solar System, is notable for its incredibly rich and diverse moon system.
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Strange Phenomenon: Why Are Planets 'Running Away' From the Sun Despite Their Extremely Strong Gravitational Force?
The planets are not affected.
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China's 'Great Wall' of Solar Power
The 133km long and 25km wide solar wall in Inner Mongolia will produce enough electricity to meet Beijing's annual needs.
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Perseverance rover captures solar eclipse on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover on Mars witnessed a solar eclipse
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Life could exist on Jupiter's moon
Io is one of the hottest bodies in the solar system, with hundreds of craters and electromagnetic activity. However, some studies suggest that alien microorganisms may e…
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The clearest picture of the Sun's surface
Solar Orbiter has sent back to Earth the highest resolution images of the Sun's surface to date, revealing many of the star's mysteries.
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Iceland builds solar power plant in space
People have been thinking about the option and possibilities of solar power from space for many years. This could become a reality in just a few years in Iceland.
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China operates giant offshore solar farm
Chinese state-owned company CHN Energy announced on November 13 that its 1 GW offshore solar farm has started generating electricity.
New technology
Solar electric car can run 1,600km
Aptera Motors' new model uses solar energy from photovoltaic cells and an integrated battery pack that allows the car to reach a range of up to 1,600 km on a full charge.
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Ship equipped with foldable solar panel sails
The Captain Arctic cruise ship has five large sails 35m high, covered with 2,000m2 of solar panels to help exploit clean energy.