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Iron Age Artifacts in Poland Contain Rare Meteoric Iron, Study Finds
Recent research on Iron Age artifacts from Poland has confirmed the presence of meteoric iron in several ornaments. The study, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, analyzed 26 objects from Lusatian Culture sites, revealing that four contained ataxite meteorite material. Researchers suggest the iron was locally sourced rather...
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Upheaval Dome: Utah’s Mysterious Crater That Still Puzzles Scientists
Upheaval Dome in Utah, a rock formation with ridged, concentric circles, continues to spark debate among scientists. Some believe it formed due to a meteorite impact 60 million years ago, citing the presence of shocked quartz crystals. Others argue that underground salt deposits pushed upward, creating the structure. While the impact hypothesis has...
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Doorbell Camera Records A Meteorite Striking Front Walkway In Canada
The rare recording showed a fast-moving space rock unexpectedly crashing into the ground with a loud bang and a massive explosion of grey dust.
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Earth Is Bombarded With Rocks From Space. But Who Decides Who Keeps Them?
Every day, about 48.5 tonnes of space rock hurtle towards Earth. Meteorites that fall into the ocean are never recovered. But the ones that crash on land can spark debates about legal ownership.
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Shocking Footage: Meteorite Crash Captured On A Doorbell Camera In Canada
A Canadian man, Joe Velaidum, discovered the first-ever recorded sound of a meteorite strike through his home security camera in Prince Edward Island.
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When The Stars Gossip OTT Release Date: Lee Min-Ho, Gong Hyo-Jin Starrer Netflix Sci-Fi Drama to Stream Soon
The sci-fi K-drama When The Stars Gossip, starring Lee Min-Ho and Gong Hyo-Jin, follows astronauts navigating life and challenges aboard a spacecraft after a meteorite disaster threatens Earth. Featuring a mix of humour, action, and heartfelt moments, the series premieres on Netflix on January 4, 2025. Directed by Park Shin-Woo and written by Seo S...
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Astronomers Explore Moon as Vantage Point for Space Studies: Report
A recent symposium at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bengaluru brought together over 60 scientists and researchers to discuss the Moon’s role as a vantage point for advanced astronomical studies. Organised by RRI and the U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) of ISRO, the three-day event focused on leveraging the Moon’s unique environment for ...
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Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns
A study has confirmed that terrestrial microbes colonised a Ryugu asteroid sample after its return to Earth in 2020. The micro-organisms were found to proliferate upon exposure to Earth's atmosphere, raising concerns over contamination risks in planetary exploration. Published in Meteoritics & Planetary Science, the findings underline the need for ...
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Evidence of Hot Water on Mars Found in Ancient Meteorite From Early Days of Solar System
Evidence of ancient hot water activity on Mars has been found in a 4.45-billion-year-old zircon grain from the NWA7034 meteorite. The findings, detailed in Science Advances, reveal that hydrothermal systems were active on Mars during the Pre-Noachian period. Researchers suggest these systems, essential for life on Earth, could have made Mars habita...
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Colossal Meteorite Impact 3 Billion Years Ago May Have Boosted Early Life on Earth
Around 3.26 billion years ago, a giant meteorite, 200 times larger than the one that killed the dinosaurs, struck Earth. This impact stirred up nutrients from the ocean floor, like phosphorus and iron, that may have given early microbes a much-needed boost. While the event was likely catastrophic for some life forms, it also created opportunities f...
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Mega Meteorite, 4 Times The Size Of Mount Everest, May Have Sparked Life On Earth: Study
This immense rock slammed into Earth, boiling the oceans and unleashing a record-breaking tsunami.
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Research Reveals Three Young Asteroid Families as Main Sources of Earth’s Meteorites
A recent study reveals that three asteroid families—the Karin, Koronis, and Massalia—are responsible for around 70% of the meteorites that land on Earth. These families, formed from past collisions in the main asteroid belt, have a higher number of fragments due to their relatively young age. The findings shed light on the origins of meteorites...
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Major Meteorite Discoveries Reveal Origins From Three Asteroid Families
An international research team has revealed that 70% of known meteorite falls originate from just three young asteroid families: Karin, Koronis, and Massalia. These families were formed by collisions in the main asteroid belt approximately 5.8, 7.5, and 40 million years ago. The Massalia family alone accounts for 37% of meteorites. This significant...
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Could Earth Have Had Rings Like Saturn? Study Suggests Asteroid Breakup and Cooling Climate
Scientists have proposed that Earth may once have had a ring system similar to Saturn’s, formed by an asteroid breakup 466 million years ago. This ring may have triggered global cooling, contributing to the Hirnantian Ice Age. Evidence includes impact craters near the equator and meteorite debris in sedimentary rocks.
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Canada Man Spots Suspicious Pit On Google Maps, Experts Say It Could Be Meteorite Impact Crater
Experts now believe the suspicious pit may be a massive crater created by an ancient meteor.
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Iron Age Artifacts in Poland Contain Rare Meteoric Iron, Study Finds
Recent research on Iron Age artifacts from Poland has confirmed the presence of meteoric iron in several ornaments. The study, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, analyzed 26 objects from Lusatian Culture sites, revealing that four contained ataxite meteorite material. Researchers suggest the iron was locally sourced rather...
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Upheaval Dome: Utah’s Mysterious Crater That Still Puzzles Scientists
Upheaval Dome in Utah, a rock formation with ridged, concentric circles, continues to spark debate among scientists. Some believe it formed due to a meteorite impact 60 million years ago, citing the presence of shocked quartz crystals. Others argue that underground salt deposits pushed upward, creating the structure. While the impact hypothesis has...
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Doorbell Camera Records A Meteorite Striking Front Walkway In Canada
The rare recording showed a fast-moving space rock unexpectedly crashing into the ground with a loud bang and a massive explosion of grey dust.
-
Earth Is Bombarded With Rocks From Space. But Who Decides Who Keeps Them?
Every day, about 48.5 tonnes of space rock hurtle towards Earth. Meteorites that fall into the ocean are never recovered. But the ones that crash on land can spark debates about legal ownership.
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Shocking Footage: Meteorite Crash Captured On A Doorbell Camera In Canada
A Canadian man, Joe Velaidum, discovered the first-ever recorded sound of a meteorite strike through his home security camera in Prince Edward Island.
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When The Stars Gossip OTT Release Date: Lee Min-Ho, Gong Hyo-Jin Starrer Netflix Sci-Fi Drama to Stream Soon
The sci-fi K-drama When The Stars Gossip, starring Lee Min-Ho and Gong Hyo-Jin, follows astronauts navigating life and challenges aboard a spacecraft after a meteorite disaster threatens Earth. Featuring a mix of humour, action, and heartfelt moments, the series premieres on Netflix on January 4, 2025. Directed by Park Shin-Woo and written by Seo S...
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Astronomers Explore Moon as Vantage Point for Space Studies: Report
A recent symposium at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bengaluru brought together over 60 scientists and researchers to discuss the Moon’s role as a vantage point for advanced astronomical studies. Organised by RRI and the U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) of ISRO, the three-day event focused on leveraging the Moon’s unique environment for ...
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Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns
A study has confirmed that terrestrial microbes colonised a Ryugu asteroid sample after its return to Earth in 2020. The micro-organisms were found to proliferate upon exposure to Earth's atmosphere, raising concerns over contamination risks in planetary exploration. Published in Meteoritics & Planetary Science, the findings underline the need for ...
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Evidence of Hot Water on Mars Found in Ancient Meteorite From Early Days of Solar System
Evidence of ancient hot water activity on Mars has been found in a 4.45-billion-year-old zircon grain from the NWA7034 meteorite. The findings, detailed in Science Advances, reveal that hydrothermal systems were active on Mars during the Pre-Noachian period. Researchers suggest these systems, essential for life on Earth, could have made Mars habita...
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Colossal Meteorite Impact 3 Billion Years Ago May Have Boosted Early Life on Earth
Around 3.26 billion years ago, a giant meteorite, 200 times larger than the one that killed the dinosaurs, struck Earth. This impact stirred up nutrients from the ocean floor, like phosphorus and iron, that may have given early microbes a much-needed boost. While the event was likely catastrophic for some life forms, it also created opportunities f...
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Mega Meteorite, 4 Times The Size Of Mount Everest, May Have Sparked Life On Earth: Study
This immense rock slammed into Earth, boiling the oceans and unleashing a record-breaking tsunami.
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Research Reveals Three Young Asteroid Families as Main Sources of Earth’s Meteorites
A recent study reveals that three asteroid families—the Karin, Koronis, and Massalia—are responsible for around 70% of the meteorites that land on Earth. These families, formed from past collisions in the main asteroid belt, have a higher number of fragments due to their relatively young age. The findings shed light on the origins of meteorites...
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Major Meteorite Discoveries Reveal Origins From Three Asteroid Families
An international research team has revealed that 70% of known meteorite falls originate from just three young asteroid families: Karin, Koronis, and Massalia. These families were formed by collisions in the main asteroid belt approximately 5.8, 7.5, and 40 million years ago. The Massalia family alone accounts for 37% of meteorites. This significant...
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Could Earth Have Had Rings Like Saturn? Study Suggests Asteroid Breakup and Cooling Climate
Scientists have proposed that Earth may once have had a ring system similar to Saturn’s, formed by an asteroid breakup 466 million years ago. This ring may have triggered global cooling, contributing to the Hirnantian Ice Age. Evidence includes impact craters near the equator and meteorite debris in sedimentary rocks.
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Canada Man Spots Suspicious Pit On Google Maps, Experts Say It Could Be Meteorite Impact Crater
Experts now believe the suspicious pit may be a massive crater created by an ancient meteor.
