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archaeology1 year ago•1 min saved

"3000-Year-Old Treasure Reveals Extraterrestrial Metal Crafting, Scientists Confirm"

Spanish researchers have found that two iron artifacts from a hoard of precious treasure dating back to the Late Bronze Age contain iron from meteorites estimated to be around 1 million years old. The artifacts, part of the Villena Treasure, have long puzzled researchers due to their chronology predating the widespread smelting of iron. Analysis using a spectrometer strongly suggests the iron came from space, shedding new light on ancient metallurgy practices and prompting further investigation into the origins of the extraterrestrial material.

via Futurism|

#ancient-metallurgy #archaeology #extraterrestrial-material

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling the Enigmatic Composition of Asteroid Bennu: A Puzzle for Scientists"

Scientists studying the material collected from the asteroid Bennu by NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft have found evidence of hydrated, organic-rich remnants from the early solar system. The material is rich in carbon and organic molecules, and initial spectroscopy analysis shows a dominant spectral signature in blue, suggesting the presence of more water than expected. The material also contains high amounts of magnesium, sodium, and phosphorus, which puzzles the scientists. Further analysis and investigation are needed to understand the nature of this unusual material.

via Space.com|

#asteroid-bennu #carbon #extraterrestrial-material

space-science2 years ago•2 min saved

Unraveling the Mysteries of Asteroid Bennu: Surprising Discoveries and Challenges for Scientists

Scientists studying the samples collected from the asteroid Bennu by NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft have found hydrated, organic-rich remnants from the early solar system. The samples, which are rich in carbon and organic molecules, have a dark color and a rough texture. Initial spectroscopy analysis shows a dominant spectral signature in blue, indicating the presence of more water than expected. The material also contains high amounts of magnesium, sodium, and phosphorus, leaving scientists puzzled about its composition. Further analysis and study are underway to understand the nature of this unusual material.

via Yahoo News|

#asteroid-bennu #extraterrestrial-material #nasa

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

Unveiling the Enigmatic Composition of Asteroid Bennu: Surprising Discoveries and Clues to Life's Origin

Scientists studying the extraterrestrial material collected from the asteroid Bennu by NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft have found hydrated, organic-rich remnants from the early solar system. The material is dark in color, consists of rough "cauliflower-like" boulders, and is rich in carbon and organic molecules. Initial spectral analysis shows a dominant blue signature, suggesting the presence of more water than expected. The material also contains high amounts of magnesium, sodium, and phosphorus, which puzzles the scientists.

via Livescience.com|

#asteroid-bennu #extraterrestrial-material #organic-molecules

space-science2 years ago•2 min saved

Unveiling the Enigmatic Composition of Asteroid Bennu: Surprising Insights from Pristine Samples

Scientists studying the material collected from the asteroid Bennu by NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft have found evidence of carbon, water, and organic molecules, providing insights into the early solar system. The samples, retrieved from the outer lid of the sample capsule, consist of dark, rough-textured boulders. However, the presence of a mysterious blue hue and high amounts of magnesium, sodium, and phosphorus has puzzled the researchers. Two faulty fasteners are currently preventing access to the bulk of the collected sample, but initial findings suggest that the space rocks may contain more water than initially predicted. Further analysis and results will be shared in the coming months.

via Yahoo Life|

#asteroid-bennu #carbon #extraterrestrial-material