Astronomy News
Recipe for water: just add starlight
Thursday, September 02, 2010 - Observations with the Herschel infrared space observatory have revealed that ultraviolet light is a key ingredient in the formation of an unexpected cloud of water vapor around an old red giant star.
ESO brings starburst galaxy into focus
Wednesday, September 01, 2010 - NGC 4666's vigorous star formation is probably the result of gravitational interactions with neighboring galaxies.
NASA and ATK successfully test five-segment solid rocket motor
Wednesday, September 01, 2010 - Despite the cancellation of the Constellation program, there is still a strong chance that the booster could play a part in future launch vehicles.
Spectrum of young extrasolar planet yields surprising results
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - The data indicate that young gas-giant planets are extremely cloudy.
NASA Glenn tests alternative green rocket engine
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - The non-toxic oxygen and methane propellant combination has the potential for greater engine performance.
Shrinking atmospheric layer linked to low levels of solar radiation
Monday, August 30, 2010 - Research indicates that the Sun's magnetic cycle, which produces differing numbers of sunspots over an approximately 11-year cycle, may vary more than previously thought.
Mars' mysterious elongated crater
Friday, August 27, 2010 - A new image shows the elliptical depression with unprecedented clarity.
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