Moon’s Time Capsule: Apollo-era Rock Core Sample Tells Tale of Ancient Landslide Fifty years ago, the last human set foot on the Moon. The Apollo 17 mission marked the end of an era of human exploration on our celestial neighbor. However, the scientific legacy of the Apollo missions continues to unfold, with new discoveries still […]
Autonomous robots rappel into lunar caves to test exploration techniques
Autonomous Robots Rappel into Lunar Caves to Test Exploration Techniques Future missions to Mars and the moon may involve exploring underground lava tubes. These natural formations could provide shelter for astronauts, protection from harsh surface conditions, and access to valuable resources. To prepare for such missions, researchers are turning to autonomous robots capable of rappelling […]
400-mile chain of ‘fossilized volcanoes’ found buried deep under South China
400-mile Chain of ‘Fossilized Volcanoes’ Discovered Buried Deep Under South China Geologists have found evidence of a 400-mile-long chain of extinct volcanoes hidden deep beneath the surface of South China. This remarkable discovery sheds light on the geological history of the region and provides valuable insights into the Earth’s ancient past. The chain of ‘fossilized […]
In a first, Mercury’s missing lithium found through invisible magnetic fingerprints
In a first, Mercury’s missing lithium found through invisible magnetic fingerprints For decades, scientists believed lithium might be hiding in Mercury’s ultra-thin atmosphere, or exosphere, but recent groundbreaking research has uncovered the elusive element through invisible magnetic fingerprints. This discovery marks a significant milestone in our understanding of the composition of the closest planet to […]
‘Lost mountains’: Hidden Antarctic peaks buried under miles of ice identified
“Lost Mountains”: Revealing the Hidden Antarctic Peaks Beneath Miles of Ice Antarctica hides a secret beneath its vast ice: an ancient and rugged landscape that’s only now coming to light. Recent advancements in technology, such as ice-penetrating radar and satellite imagery, have enabled scientists to identify hidden mountain ranges buried under miles of ice in […]
North American continent slowly losing rock from its underside, discover scientists
The North American Continent: Slowly Losing Rock from Its Underside Researchers have discovered that the North American continent is slowly losing rock from its underside. This groundbreaking revelation has sparked significant interest and concern among the scientific community. The findings shed light on the dynamic and ever-changing nature of the Earth’s geological processes, highlighting the […]
Mars may hold a massive water reservoir, enough to flood the planet up to nine feet
Mars May Hold a Massive Water Reservoir, Enough to Flood the Planet Up to Nine Feet Mars may be hiding a vast stash of water beneath the Medusae Fossae Formation (MFF), according to a recent study published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters. This discovery has opened up new possibilities for understanding the geological history […]