Circular Astronomy

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  • The Watery Past of Asteroid Bennu is a Total Surprise

    Is Bennu from an ocean world? NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has revealed significant findings from the asteroid Bennu, particularly the discovery of magnesium-sodium phosphate in the samples returned to Earth. This discovery has several implications: Unexpected Mineral Composition: Implications for Bennu’s Origin: Astrobiological Significance: Broader Scientific Impact: Overall, the discovery of magnesium-sodium phosphate in Bennu’s samples…

  • Pristine Meteorites Give Insights Into the Early Solar System Dynamics

    Researchers investigated the composition of a pristine meteorite and discovered material similar to the outermost protoplanetary disk. This material likely originated in the comet-forming region. New Finding Contrary to previous beliefs, the isotope signature of the comet-forming region appears to be common among outer Solar System bodies. This finding sheds light on the formation and…