Moon

New Moon Discovered Orbiting Uranus with NASA’s Webb Telescope

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This image shows the moon, designated S/2025 U1, as well as 13 of the 28 other known moons orbiting the planet. Photo: NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, M. El Moutamid (SwRI), M. Hedman (University of Idaho)

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has uncovered an exciting new member of Uranus’ family of satellites. A team of scientists led by the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has identified a previously unknown moon orbiting the ice giant, raising the total number of known Uranian moons to 29. The discovery was made on February 2, … Read more

Saturn’s Moon Enceladus: Closer to Life Than Ever Before

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Enceladus: Ocean Moon

The moon Enceladus, part of Saturn’s system, has intrigued scientists since 2008. NASA’s Cassini probe discovered jets of water vapor, gases, and organic material erupting from its south pole. New research now suggests that the briny sea on Enceladus could potentially support life, making it even more fascinating. New Insights from Cassini’s Plunge Christopher Glein, … Read more