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According to The Guardian, astronomers searching for extraterrestrial radio signals have picked up an “interesting signal” from Proxima Centauri, the nearest star system to our Sun. Here, we provide further details on the findings made by scientists. Discover “Hitech” in Who is Proxima Centauri? Proxima Centauri, a red dwarf star, is part of the Alpha…
From a young age, we have grown accustomed to the notion that there are nine celestial bodies in our solar system, so we were naturally skeptical when we heard the news that Pluto is no longer considered a planet. This revelation sparked a heated debate among astronomers and scientists alike. In order to form our…
Orienteering Typically, natural compasses are the clues and signs in nature that allow us to identify the directions of the horizon. It is not always convenient to have a map and compass on hand, and often situations arise unexpectedly where it is necessary to navigate on the ground. In these situations, natural compasses can come…
For over a century, the Tunguska meteorite’s fall in Siberia has remained one of the most enigmatic occurrences. This incident continues to spark a great deal of debate, with numerous theories surrounding the phenomenon. Some hypotheses border on the fantastical. The event remains shrouded in mystery and puzzles that have yet to be solved by…
Just a short while ago, during our educational years, we were taught that there are a total of nine planets in our solar system. Six of these celestial bodies have been recognized since ancient times, while Uranus was unveiled in 1784 and Neptune in 1846. Ultimately, in 1930, the last planet, Pluto, was discovered. However,…
In the past, Ceres used to be the largest asteroid, but it was reclassified as a dwarf planet, just like Pluto, in 2006. Pallada used to be the second largest asteroid, but further measurements revealed that it is actually a few kilometers smaller than the third largest asteroid, Vesta. Therefore, Vesta is now recognized as…
Scientists find the diameter of the Earth to be of great practical significance. It can be determined by calculating the circumference of the planet along the equator. The primary characteristics of the Earth Planet Earth is estimated to be at least 4.5 billion years old. It belongs to the terrestrial group of planets, along with…
The Solar System consists of the Sun and a variety of celestial objects such as planets, meteorites, asteroids, and comets. These planets have different distances from the Sun, but they all orbit around it in unique paths. The Sun itself is much larger in mass compared to all other celestial bodies in the solar system…
Approximately 5000 years ago, the night sky was illuminated by a dazzling disk, shining as brightly as our own Sun. The inhabitants of a nearby city were overcome with fear and rushed to the temples seeking refuge. The priests, using their divination skills, predicted impending misfortune and divine retribution that would befall the sinners unless…
On numerous occasions, when gazing up at the nighttime sky, we have pondered – what lies within this boundless expanse? The cosmos hides numerous enigmas and puzzles, but there exists a scientific field known as astronomy, which has dedicated itself to investigating the universe and unraveling its beginnings. So, what exactly is this discipline? What…
Jupiter, the fifth planet from the Sun, is a prominent celestial body that stands out in the night sky. It appears as a brilliant white or yellowish-white star to the naked eye. One can easily differentiate Jupiter from regular stars by its remarkable luminosity. With a luminosity of -1.44 m, Jupiter shines much brighter than…
Polaris, also known as the North Star, is the brightest star in the constellation of Ursa Minor. It has earned the nickname “the guiding star” due to its constant position in the northern sky. Polaris is located in close proximity to the North Pole, with the distance between them being less than 1 degree. This…
What are the capabilities of a telescope equipped with a 40-meter mirror? Which observatory is being financially supported by Bill Gates? And which radio telescope can be demolished in Battlefield 4? Uncover the responses to these inquiries and more in Naked Science’s compilation of the most massive telescopes on the planet. 10. LSST: Large Synoptic…
Undeniably, the Sun is the nearest star to our planet. In terms of cosmic measurements, the distance between Earth and the Sun is relatively short: it takes sunlight only 8 minutes to reach our planet. The Sun’s convective zone The radioactive zone of the Sun, which has a radius of approximately 140 thousand kilometers, occupies…
When observed from the orbital path of the Earth, the sun appears to move in relation to the fixed stars, following the ecliptic as its annual path on the celestial sphere. This cycle repeats itself, lasting slightly longer than 365 days. The ecliptic represents the plane of the Earth’s orbit around the Sun. [1] [2]…
In the late 16th century, there was a significant debate in astronomy between two models of our solar system: the geocentric model, originally proposed by Ptolemy, which stated that the Earth was the center of rotation for all celestial bodies, and the heliocentric model, introduced by Copernicus, which proposed that the Sun was the central…
In our quest to find the answer to this inquiry, let’s commence with the celestial body we are most familiar with – our Sun! Owing to the Earth’s atmosphere, we perceive our Sun as a shade of yellow and occasionally red or even orange! Nevertheless, its actual hue is white or a shade close to…
The luminosity of a celestial object or any astronomical entity in outer space is gauged by its apparent magnitude as observed from the Earth. The object’s apparent magnitude is determined by factors such as its distance from the Earth, its intrinsic brightness, and any potential obstructions (primarily interstellar dust) along the line of sight to…
Authored by Andrei Konstantinov Published on September 19, 2013, at 00:00 On the 12th of September, NASA made a groundbreaking announcement stating that the Voyager 1 space probe, after an incredible 35 years of interstellar travel, has finally exited the boundaries of our solar system. This revelation has left many pondering the mysteries that lie…
Throughout history, mankind has been intrigued by the age of the universe. While it’s impossible to simply check its passport for a birthdate, modern science has made significant progress in unraveling this mystery. However, these advancements have only occurred in recent times. In ancient times, the sages of Babylon and Greece believed that the universe…