Exciting NASA Discoveries in the Past Year
Unprecedented Asteroid Samples
NASA captured the world’s attention last year with its groundbreaking mission to gather samples from an asteroid known as Bennu. The OSIRIS-REx spacecraft made a successful landing on the surface of Bennu, collecting samples that promise to unlock valuable insights into the history of our solar system.
Stunning Galactic Revelations
Alongside the asteroid samples, NASA has also unveiled significant discoveries in the realm of galactic exploration. The Hubble Space Telescope has captured awe-inspiring images of distant galaxies, shedding new light on the formation and evolution of the universe.
Noteworthy Findings:
- Confirmation of Water on the Moon: NASA’s SOFIA aircraft detected water molecules on the sunlit surface of the moon for the first time.
- Discovery of Organic Molecules on Mars: The Mars rover Curiosity unearthed organic molecules preserved in ancient rocks on the red planet.
- New Exoplanet Discoveries: NASA’s TESS mission has identified numerous new exoplanets, some of which may have the potential to support life.