By Shruti Chousalkar Cosmofluencer (Season 04) “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known” – Carl Sagan We, humans, are always intrigued by the existence of life and its vast forms. From the playful dolphins springing and diving into the sea, the polar bears adapted to living in the freezing temperatures; the immovable autotrophic vegetation, […]
By Sheetal Jali Cosmofluencer (Season 03) In the vast expanse of space, where temperatures fluctuate from blistering hot to cold, and deadly radiation permeates the void, the notion of life may seem implausible. Yet, recent discoveries have defied this assumption, unveiling a hidden realm of microbial life that not only survives but thrives in the […]
By Sheetal Jali Cosmofluencer (Season 3) In the vast expanse of the cosmos, amidst the countless stars and galaxies, a concept that has captured the imagination of scientists and dreamers alike: is the “Goldilocks Zone.” Also known as the “habitable zone,” this cosmic sweet spot represents the range of distances from a star where conditions […]
For some, it’s just another day added to the year. For the “leaplings,” it’s their birthday year. And for science, it’s an important phenomenon. The leap year certainly is an intriguing occurrence! It serves the important purpose of aligning the human-made calendar with the solar year. The solar year is 365.2422 days long. The extra […]
By Siri Paramesh Cosmofluencer (Season 2) Introduction Comets have intrigued humanity for centuries, igniting our curiosity about the vast and mysterious cosmos. These celestial wanderers, often described as “icy dirtballs,” have played a significant role in shaping our understanding of the universe. In this blog post, we will delve into the captivating world of comets, […]