NASA/Unsplash Seasonal spots on Saturn’s rings have already begun to intensify in Hubble telescope images. The phenomenon occurs when the giant planet is close to its equinox, for reasons still unknown. Similar to rays (hence the nickname “spokes”, which in English means “rays”), the spots were first observed in 1981, by Voyager 2. Since then, … Read more
In an ongoing journey to unlock the mysteries of the universe, the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope captured a stunning image of Saturn on October 22, 2023. This gas giant, known for its spectacular rings, was situated at a colossal distance of approx. 1,365 million kilometers from Earth. Photography is not only a visual marvel, but … Read more
Compiled by: Oğuzcan Atış / Milliyet.com.tr – The Voyager-1 space probe, which was sent into space by the American Space and Aviation Administration (NASA) in 1977 within the scope of the Voyager program, stopped sending signals to the Earth once again after 46 years. Authorities announced that efforts are continuing to re-establish contact with Voyager-1, … Read more
U.S. research team “Discovers additional organic matter in addition to existing organic matter… Paying attention to whether life exists in the sea under the ice” Additional methanol, ethane, and oxygen molecules have been identified in gases emitted through the sea ice surface of Saturn’s moon Enceladus, raising interest in the possibility of an environment in … Read more
JAKARTA – The latest study from the Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) shows that Enceladus, Saturn’s moon, has an important molecule for the embryo of life, namely hydrogen cyanide. This chemical compound was discovered by a researcher at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Jonah Peter. The Harvard University student examined data from the Cassini mission … Read more
JAKARTA – The latest study from the Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) shows that Enceladus, Saturn’s moon, has an important molecule for the embryo of life, namely hydrogen cyanide. This chemical compound was discovered by a researcher at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Jonah Peter. The Harvard University student examined data from the Cassini mission … Read more
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Before discussing the characteristics of the eight planets in the solar system, it is necessary to know that the existing planets are grouped into two, namely the outer and inner planets. The difference between these two groups of planets lies in the distance between the planets and the sun. Inner Planet The inner planet group … Read more
IPOL.ID – The Bosscha Observatory once again pampered astronomy enthusiasts and students through “Virtual Night Sky Observations (PVLM)”, in mid-October. Guided by two Bosscha Observatory researchers, Muhammad Yusuf and Dhimaz G. Ramadhan, this PVLM was held with the theme “Exploring the Two Giants: Peeking at the Beauty of Jupiter and Saturn”. Observations were carried out … Read more
BandungBergerak.id – Researchers from the Bosscha Observatory observed two giant planets, Jupiter and Saturn, from different places. Observations were carried out in Lembang, West Bandung Regency, and Nusa Cendana University in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). However, due to weather factors which caused the Lembang sky to be covered by thick clouds, observations were focused … Read more
2023. november 7. – 22:16 In March 2025, it is expected that the rings of Saturn will not be observable for a long time. However, the ring itself will of course still remain, only Saturn has moved into such a position that the edge of the ring will be directly opposite us when viewed from … Read more