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astronomy2 years ago•2 min saved

Unexplained Vanishing of Stars in 1952 Leaves Scientists Baffled

Scientists are still puzzled by the disappearance of three bright stars from the night sky in 1952. A recent study proposes three potential explanations: that they were a single star magnified into three, a different type of stellar object, or remnants of something Earthbound like nuclear testing dust. The mystery deepens as more sensitive telescopes have failed to locate the vanished stars, leaving astronomers with no definitive answers.

via Futurism|

#astronomers #astronomy #mystery

astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unexplained Space Phenomenon: Scientists Observe Mysterious 20-Minute Light Blinking"

Scientists have discovered two stars emitting radio waves every 20 minutes, which may represent a new type of stellar object. These stars spin much more slowly than known neutron stars and have other unusual characteristics. The objects were observed in 2018 and 2022, with one flashing for three months and the other for over 33 years. The researchers are puzzled by the differing durations and are currently investigating the nature of these mysterious celestial objects.

via NDTV|

#astronomy #pulsars #radio-waves

astronomy2 years ago•5 min saved

"Discovery of Enigmatic Stellar Object Shakes Up Neutron Star Physics"

Astronomers have discovered a new type of stellar object that challenges our understanding of neutron stars. The object, possibly an ultra-long period magnetar, emits radio waves every 22 minutes, making it the longest period magnetar ever detected. This discovery raises questions about the physics of neutron stars and magnetic fields in extreme environments, and could provide insights into the origin of phenomena like fast radio bursts. Further observations and research are planned to learn more about the properties and behavior of this enigmatic object.

via Phys.org|

#astronomy #magnetars #neutron-stars