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Terraforming: Turning Alien Worlds Into New Homes

Terraforming — the process of transforming another planet or moon to make it habitable for life — is one of the most ambitious ideas in science and imagination. The term…

deka October 10, 2025

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Could Earth Reverse Its Rotation?

The Earth rotates from west to east, which makes the Sun rise in the east and set in the west. This direction of rotation has remained stable for billions of…

deka October 3, 2025

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Do All Moving Objects in the Universe Follow a Left-Handed or Right-Handed Spiral?

The motion of objects in the universe is a subject that fascinates astronomers and physicists. Many people notice spiral shapes in galaxies, hurricanes, or even water vortices and wonder if…

deka October 3, 2025

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How Planets and Galaxies Move in the Universe

The motion of planets and galaxies is one of the most fascinating aspects of astronomy. While the forces that drive these movements may seem invisible, they are governed by fundamental…

deka October 3, 2025

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Why Are Planets and Stars Spherical in Shape?

When we look at the night sky or study our Solar System, one striking feature is that planets and stars are spherical. Unlike asteroids or comets, which often have irregular…

deka October 3, 2025

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The Dzhanibekov Effect: Physics of a Surprising Space Phenomenon

The Dzhanibekov Effect, also called the tennis racket theorem, is a physical phenomenon observed when an object rotates in space around its intermediate axis of inertia. Physics Behind the Effect…

deka October 1, 2025

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Does the Universe Have an Edge and What Could Be Beyond It?

When we ask if the Universe has an edge, we imagine a boundary, like the end of a road or the surface of a sphere. However, in cosmology, the Universe…

deka September 29, 2025

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What Is the Mathematical Probability That We Are Alone in the Universe?

The question of whether humanity is alone in the universe is one of the most profound scientific and philosophical debates. While direct evidence of extraterrestrial life has not yet been…

deka September 16, 2025

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What Is a Nebula in Space?

A nebula is a vast cloud of gas and dust in space, often spanning dozens or even hundreds of light-years. Nebulae are among the most beautiful and fascinating structures in…

deka September 15, 2025

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What Is a Gas Giant?

A gas giant is a type of planet that is much larger than Earth and composed mostly of hydrogen and helium, rather than solid rock or metal. These planets do…

deka September 15, 2025