Astronomers uncover the topsy-turvy atmosphere of a distant planet
The gas giant WASP-121b, also known as Tylos, has an atmospheric structure unlike any we have ever seen, and the fastest winds on any planet
Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere
Astronomers for the first time have deciphered the three-dimensional structure of the atmosphere of a planet beyond our solar system, revealing three layers like a wedding cake on a ferociously hot gas planet that orbits close to a star bigger and hotter than our sun.
First 3D view of an exoplanet's atmosphere reveals alien weather that's "Out of science fiction"
A recent study has unveiled how chemical elements and powerful winds shape the atmosphere of a planet far beyond our solar system.
3D map of exoplanet atmosphere shows wacky climate
According to a new paper published in the journal Nature, astronomers have mapped the 3D structure of the layered atmosphere of one such ultra-hot Jupiter-size exoplanet, revealing powerful winds that create intricate weather patterns across that atmosphere.
Astronomers capture first 3D view of an exoplanet’s atmosphere and climate
Astronomers have achieved a breakthrough in planetary science, revealing the complex weather of a distant gas giant with unprecedented detail. By mapping the three-dimensional structure of the planet’s atmosphere,
First 3D Observations of an Exoplanet's Atmosphere
Astronomers have peered through the atmosphere of a planet beyond the Solar System, mapping its 3D structure for the first time. By combining all four telescope units of the European Southern Observat
From Metal Rain to Roaring Jet Streams: The First 3D Look at an Alien Atmosphere
Astronomers have unlocked a new way to explore alien worlds by mapping the 3D structure of an exoplanet’s atmosphere for the first time. Using ESO’s Very Large Telescope, they discovered extreme winds carrying iron and titanium across the skies of WASP-121b,
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What are the 5 layers of Earth’s atmosphere? Understanding their properties can be useful for everyday life
Thanks to these studies, we now know the five layers of the atmosphere are the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere and exosphere (see graphic). Together, these layers protect ...
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Why much of the U.S. has had Earth’s most unusually cold air this winter
The polar vortex has taken on an unexpected pattern this winter - one that’s made part of the United States the most ...
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Wind Shear Explainer
The troposphere is the region of the atmosphere that our active weather ... and are steered by the average wind through this layer. When one hears the phrase, "wind shear is 20 knots over the ...
Why has it been so cold in Rochester? It's not just the polar vortex
The polar vortex is not synonymous with cold snaps, but when it slides toward the United States, the polar jet stream can ...
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Earth's elusive 'ignorosphere' could shed new light on auroras
the atmosphere's lowest region. The balloons also reach the lower part of the stratosphere, the layer above the troposphere. The amount of data generated by these measurements is so high that it ...
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The paradox of atmospheric cooling
An unexpected consequence of climate change known as upper atmospheric cooling has finally been confirmed by satellite sensors. While proving the accuracy of our previous climate models, the ...
Global Warming Could Be Making It Less Windy in Europe
Global warming is driving down wind speeds during European summers, putting additional stress on the region’s energy systems ...
Opinion: thousands of wind turbines in Europe may be useless
According to a recent study cited by Bloomberg, global warming reduces the wind speed in Europe in the summer, which further ...