Astrophysics
Myth-Busting: Common Misconceptions About Black Holes
Explore prevalent myths surrounding black holes, their true nature, and the realities of these cosmic phenomena backed by concrete facts.
✦ AstrophysicsORBCOMM Satellite Deorbits After Falcon 9 Launch
The ORBCOMM satellite, launched by Falcon 9 in 2015, has deorbited, concluding its 11-year service.
✦ AstrophysicsEarth-like Exoplanets May Be All Around Us
Recent studies reveal that Earth-like exoplanets could be much closer than previously thought, opening new horizons in astronomy and astrobiology.
✦ AstrophysicsHubble Breaks Record: Most Distant Type Ia Supernovae
The Hubble Space Telescope has discovered the most distant Type Ia supernovae ever detected, located 10.5 billion light-years away, opening new horizons in astr
✦ AstrophysicsMap Reveals Universe’s Structure 9 Billion Years Ago
A new 3D map unveils large-scale structures of the universe from 9 billion years ago, providing specific data and examples.
✦ AstrophysicsThe Kuiper Belt: What It Is and Why It Matters
The Kuiper Belt is a crucial area of the solar system, important for studying planets and the origins of life. Learn about its characteristics and significance.
✦ AstrophysicsPluto’s Orbital Period: A Year on the Dwarf Planet
Discover how long a year lasts on Pluto and how its orbital characteristics affect the climate and atmosphere of this dwarf planet.