NASA and SpaceX will participate in one of the most challenging and exciting missions in space. The mission is to explore Psyche 16. A mysterious asteroid located between Mars and Jupiter to investigate the presence of precious metals.
Science has already revealed surprising events in the universe. Some time ago, scientists discovered that diamond rains occur on Uranus and Neptune, for example, due to atmospheric conditions. Astrophysicist Naomi Rowe-Gurney touched on this issue in NASA’s Gravity Assist podcast in 2022 and expressed her special interest in these two planets.
He explained the phenomenon behind diamond rain. “Methane, a highly polluting substance composed of carbon, can be found in its pure form and is subjected to great pressures far beyond what we can observe deep in the atmosphere. It is a vital element in the atmospheres of Uranus and Neptune. It is responsible for its blue color due to its high concentration.”
“In the inner regions of the planet, where temperatures and density are extreme, diamonds are formed. When they gain more weight, they fall into the atmosphere like rain.” reality, we’ll never get them offcomplained Rowe-Gurney.
However, these events do not only occur on Uranus and Neptune. Far from our solar system, more than 1,100 light-years away, lies HAT-P-7b, a massive planet orbiting a star that is 40% more massive than our Jupiter and a staggering 50% more massive than the Sun.
According to the research, HAT-P-7b has meteorological conditions conducive to showering sapphires and rubies. Its atmosphere is dominated by aluminum oxide and temperatures can reach up to 2,000°C. According to astrophysicist David Armstrong, these strong winds are the key to the formation of these precious stones. Over a four-year period, Armstrong and his team of scientists used the Kepler space telescope to meticulously observe the exoplanet.
This comprehensive study allowed for an in-depth understanding of brightness fluctuations, nuances in the light spectrum, and other properties of this magnificent gaseous celestial body. However, as with Uranus and Neptune, the chances of reaching HAT-P-7b are minimal with current technology.
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