Theia, the planet at the origin of the Moon, may have formed close to the Sun
If the Moon is the natural satellite of the Earth, this has not always been the case. Indeed,…
Moon-Forming Protoplanet Theia Originated from Inner Solar System, New Research Suggests
The Moon formed from a giant impact of the proto-Earth with the ancient protoplanet Theia. In a new…
We Finally Know the Birthplace of the Mars-Sized Rock That Spawned Our Moon
Around 100 million years after the formation of the solar system, a Mars-sized object dubbed Theia slammed into…
China’s Chang’e-4 lander discovers structures beneath the dark side of the moon
Scientists have uncovered billions of years’ worth of secrets buried beneath the surface of the moon. Our celestial…
Avoiding a harmful lunar ‘gold rush’
As shown by the recent SpaceNews editorials by Mustafa Bilal and Stirling Forbes, there is currently much talk of…
Moon has a solid iron-like core: Study | 'Moon's interior was much more active earlier' | Inshorts – Inshorts
Moon has a solid iron-like core: Study | ‘Moon’s interior was much more active earlier’ | Inshorts InshortsIt’s Official:…
China’s Chang’e-6 mission uncovers evidence of rust on the moon
A new analysis of lunar soil from China’s Chang’e-6 mission has revealed something scientists didn’t expect to find…
These 3 comets will soon be visible in the sky, and here’s how to observe them
Every year, numerous cosmic events can be observed from Earth, sometimes offering breathtaking spectacles, such as C/2020 F3…
What is asteroid mining and how close are we to making it a reality?
The solar system is far more richly endowed by resources than everyday experience might suggest. You must have…
Scientists Make New Discovery About The Moon’s Dust Clouds
Scientists have discovered the reason why the Moon’s dust clouds are more abundant on whichever side faces the…
Why is the Moon slowly moving away from Earth every year and what does it reveal about our planet’s future |
For billions of years, the Moon has been Earth’s steadfast companion, influencing tides, stabilising our planet’s tilt, and…
Two asteroid impacts on the Moon filmed by an amateur astronomer
An image showing the Moon and its various asteroid impacts. (Image source: Gunboat_Willie – Pixabay) A Japanese astronomer…