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Why is Jupiter not considered a star?
'A star is a spherical object in the plasma form, emitting light and resisting gravity by itself through nuclear fusion in its interior.'
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Space science
Astronomers have narrowed down the location of the most mysterious planet in the Solar System
Now, astronomers are edging closer to uncovering one of the biggest mysteries in decades - the ninth planet in the Solar System - a giant planet, which may be orbiting t…
Space science
The sun has been 'hibernated' for 70 years: A replica world has appeared
The 4-century mystery of a 70-year hiatus of the solar cycle is expected to be solved through the discovery of HD 166620, a star experiencing the same phenomenon.
History
The shocking truth behind the 'weird thing' that eunuchs always put in their shoes
Sun Yaoting (Sun Dieu Ting) is an eunuch working under the emperor Pu Yi who has revealed some great secrets about palace life.
Science Events
Unknown solar waves defy all laws of physics
New discoveries of a type of wave called the HFR have challenged the fundamental laws of physics known to man until now, and hinted at possibilities we have not yet expl…
Space science
A black spot the size of Earth appears on the Sun
The world's largest solar telescope in Hawaii took pictures of a giant sunspot on the Sun at the end of February.
Archeology
In the ancient tomb, there is a stick of Nhu Y, all 'dead': Ton Ngo Khong is here in the flesh?
This discovery has created a sensation in Chinese archeology.
Space science
The absurd truth about the Sun makes 99% of people misunderstand
The sun has tremendous heat. But if you think that the closer to the Sun, the hotter, then you are wrong, because science has proven otherwise.
Scientific application
Light sensor to help warn of sunburn
Tiny fingertip sensor that can be attached to clothing with the ability to change color to signal the time of safe exposure to the sun.
Space science
Spacecraft photographed giant eruption on the Sun
The Solar Orbiter of NASA and ESA tracks the eruption on the Sun's surface from a distance.
Space science
NASA announces two new Solar missions
In addition to being a source of heat and light, the Sun affects the space environment in a variety of ways.
Space science
The Solar System appeared a second Sun, some planets were thrown away or there was life?
Many recent studies have completely flipped the portrait of the Solar System.
Scientific works
Building covered with solar panels generates 1 million kWh of electricity per year
Dutch architecture firm MVRDV is partnering with Taiwanese power company Taipower to launch a unique clean energy project.
Science Events
The James Webb space telescope has reached its destination after nearly a month of launching into space
The James Webb Space Telescope has reached its final destination almost a month after it was launched into space.
Space science
Plan to launch spaceship chasing asteroid
Experts plan to launch a ship using solar sail technology as early as 2028 to fly to study the asteroid 'Oumuamua.