"We study cometary bodies because they act as time capsules, sealing in material from their formation billions of years ago." ...
The comet, called 3I/ATLAS, is the third known interstellar object that has come through our solar system. As it flies deeper ...
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Jupiter Protects Earth

Jupiter acts like a cosmic shield for Earth because of its enormous size and strong gravity. Its powerful gravitational pull ...
The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is barreling toward its closest point to the sun as perihelion looms on Oct. 29. How different will it look when it reappears on the other side?
Research shows Jupiter’s strong gravitational pull may have protected Earth by keeping its orbit steady and preventing it from drifting toward the Sun.
The Orionids are predicted to peak on the evening of Oct. 20 and the morning of Oct. 21. The meteor shower is noted for its ...
Lying between Mars and Jupiter is a massive ring of rock debris—the asteroid belt. Now thin, it’s fading away gradually.