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Back to SearchThe Future of the Sun
Our Sun won’t shine forever-so what happens next? In this episode, we explore the Sun’s life cycle from its calm present to its dramatic future as it…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Isn't Our Moon a Planet?
The Moon is big, round, and orbits in space—so why don’t we call it a planet? In this episode, we break down the simple rules that decide what counts…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
What Would Happen If The Moon Hit Earth
Imagine the Moon breaking out of its orbit and plunging toward Earth—what would actually happen? In this episode, we walk through each stage of this …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Moon Is Still a Very Mysterious Place
The Moon Is Still a Very Mysterious Place
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3 months, 2 weeks ago
Moon Formation: Collision vs. Capture
Get ready for a lunar plot twist! New theories on moon formation are shaking up what we thought we knew. One theory suggests a giant impact scenario,…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
How About an Earth's New 'Moon'?
Earth has a new "moon," and it's a mini-moon called 2020 CD3, about the size of a car. This temporary visitor is likely an asteroid that got caught b…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Moon Smells Like Gunpowder, But Why?
Astronauts who walked on the Moon all said the same strange thing: lunar dust smells just like gunpowder. But how can something in space have a smell…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Ocean Tides Are Caused by the Moon
Ever wondered why the ocean rises and falls every day? It’s all thanks to the Moon’s steady pull on Earth. In this episode, we explore how lunar grav…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Here's What Changed the Moon Forever
The Moon hasn’t always looked the way it does today. Giant impacts, volcanic eruptions, shifting surfaces, and even mysterious forces from Earth have…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Moon Has a Smiley Face Only 7% of People See It
The Moon Has a Smiley Face Only 7% of People See It
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3 months, 2 weeks ago