Some may eject huge plumes, while others could absorb the impact with less effect. “Every time we interact with an asteroid, we find something that surprises us, so there’s a lot more work to do,” ...
The comet was discovered in its final stage before impact. As luck would have it, NASA had a probe on its way to Jupiter, ...
Lying between Mars and Jupiter is a massive ring of rock debris—the asteroid belt. Now thin, it’s fading away gradually. In a new study, planetary scientist Julio A. Fernández of Uruguay’s Universidad ...
The discovery and swift monitoring of asteroid 2024 YR4 earlier this year represented Earth's first real-life planetary defense test. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...
We share some incredible images this week, featuring a range of spacecraft. NASA's MRO finds a new crater on Mars, ESA's ...
The December skies will showcase a stunning array of celestial sights. Here's a guide to what you should keep an eye out for: Dec. 7: Moon and Jupiter conjunctionOn Dec. 7, the moon and Jupiter will ...