Earth's magnetic poles are the result of molten iron and nickel sloshing around its outer core. These liquid metals are conductive and in constant motion due to the planet's rotation and heat-driven ...
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A world seen orbiting a 3-million-year-old star about 520 light years from Earth is one of the youngest known planets, offering a window into early planet formation. The star is an early-stage ...
Discovered in 2014, the S2 asteroid has captivated scientists with its sheer magnitude and the profound effects of its impact. Recent research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of ...
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Water has power. So much power, in fact, that pumping Earth’s groundwater can change the planet’s tilt and rotation. It can also impact sea-level rise and other consequences of climate change.