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Mars “Earthquakes” Or Marsquake: Seismic Activity On The Red Planet

Have you ever thought that there would be gigantic earthquakes like calamities on Mars? What would be the cause of such marsquakes if they occurred on the planet? According to the reports sent by NASA’s Insight lander, the first ever seismic activity on Mars was detected in September 2021. In May 2022, the space rover…

BySwati GuptaMarch 16, 20230Comments

Biology

Can mRNA Vaccine by Moderna Treat Cancer?

Why is there no vaccine for cancer like other diseases? A lot of people have always wondered why thousands of people suffering from cancer could not be treated with a vaccine. Many multinational medical companies have been doing research to develop a vaccine for cancer for decades. Now, Moderna has become an exceptional medical ally…

BySwati GuptaMarch 7, 20230Comments

Space

What are Satellite Constellations?

Satellite constellations are a cluster of similar artificial satellites, by type and function, designed to operate in similar and complementary orbits for a shared purpose, under shared control. How are Satellites used in Astronomy? These constellations are used for a variety of purposes like navigation and geodesy, satellite telephony, or Earth Observation. A mega-constellation is…

BySwati GuptaMarch 3, 20230Comments

Space

What is the History Behind Our Milky Way Galaxy

As a kid you must have learnt that the Sun, Earth and all other planets that we see in our solar system reside in a galaxy called The Milky Way. At that age, you might not have questioned what exactly a galaxy is or how it was formed. Although, now that we’ve grown up, let’s…

ByTushar VishwakarmaFebruary 27, 20230Comments

Space

Exoplanets: World Beyond Our Solar System

What is an Exoplanet? Outer space has intrigued astronomers and scientists for decades. However, a subject that has particularly garnered attention is exoplanets. Exoplanets can be defined as any planet beyond our solar system. These include both planets that orbit other stars, as well as other free-floating exoplanets, called rogue planets (read our guide to…

ByalaymFebruary 22, 20230Comments

Chemistry Science

Nuclear Fusion vs Fission: What’s The Difference?

Nuclear fusion and fission are two terms that might sound similar, but are actually pretty different in meaning. To avoid any instances where you use the two terms interchangeably, in this post, we learn all about nuclear fusion vs fission. Nuclear Fusion vs Fission: Understanding the Terms What is Nuclear Fusion: Nuclear Fusion Definition When…

ByalaymFebruary 6, 20230Comments

Science

Antarctica: Is It Really An Independent Continent?

Antarctica is the planet's biggest and most southern continent. A massive ice sheet covers practically all of its land area. Antarctica is also the coldest, driest, and most inhospitable place on Earth. The continent also holds the record for being the world's tallest, driest, windiest, coolest, and iciest. It is around 14.2 million square km,…

ByalaymJanuary 30, 20230Comments

Biology

How Did Whales Evolve?

Whales are sociable, air-breathing animals - mammals - that nurse their young with their milk and provide exceptional care and instruction in the early stages of life. Many hold the opinion that whales are extraordinary, and for a good reason. They have an almost otherworldly quality. Many individuals find that interacting with whales improves their…

ByalaymJanuary 5, 20230Comments

Science Space

The Largest Image of the Andromeda Galaxy Ever Taken

If you’ve ever been to an area where the night sky is clearly visible and could distinguish between stars and constellations, you’ve almost certainly seen the Andromeda galaxy. It is the closest large galaxy to the Milky Way. And for a long time, astronomers thought of the Andromeda galaxy to be a part of the…

ByalaymJanuary 3, 20230Comments

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