Dec. 5, 2025
Erupting Exo Comets, Boiling Ice Moons & Martian Climate Revelations
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Cosmic Discoveries: Erupting Comets, Boiling Ice Moons, and Mars' Climate Secrets
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the latest astronomical revelations that are reshaping our understanding of the cosmos. From the surprising eruptions of the exo-comet 3I Atlas to the intriguing boiling oceans beneath the icy crusts of moons like Enceladus, this episode is filled with cosmic wonders.
Episode Highlights:
- Eruptions on Comet 3I Atlas: Andrew and Fred explore the recent findings about the interstellar comet 3I Atlas, which appears to be experiencing volcanic eruptions. They discuss the concept of cryovolcanoes and how the comet's interactions with solar radiation may be causing these fascinating phenomena.
- Boiling Oceans of Ice Moons: The hosts examine new research from the University of California, Davis, which suggests that the ice moons of our solar system, including Enceladus, may have boiling oceans beneath their icy crusts. They explain how tidal forces and pressure changes could lead to this unexpected behavior.
- New Evidence of Mars' Climate: Andrew and Fred discuss exciting discoveries made by NASA's Perseverance rover, which has found evidence of a wet, tropical climate on Mars billions of years ago. They delve into the implications of these findings and what they might mean for the potential of past life on the Red Planet.
- Launch Pad Mishap: The episode concludes with a discussion about the recent incident involving the Soyuz launch pad, where a service platform was damaged following a successful launch. The hosts reflect on the challenges faced in human spaceflight and the ongoing cooperation between international space agencies despite geopolitical tensions.
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Cosmic Discoveries: Erupting Comets, Boiling Ice Moons, and Mars' Climate Secrets
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the latest astronomical revelations that are reshaping our understanding of the cosmos. From the surprising eruptions of the exo-comet 3I Atlas to the intriguing boiling oceans beneath the icy crusts of moons like Enceladus, this episode is filled with cosmic wonders.
Episode Highlights:
- Eruptions on Comet 3I Atlas: Andrew and Fred explore the recent findings about the interstellar comet 3I Atlas, which appears to be experiencing volcanic eruptions. They discuss the concept of cryovolcanoes and how the comet's interactions with solar radiation may be causing these fascinating phenomena.
- Boiling Oceans of Ice Moons: The hosts examine new research from the University of California, Davis, which suggests that the ice moons of our solar system, including Enceladus, may have boiling oceans beneath their icy crusts. They explain how tidal forces and pressure changes could lead to this unexpected behavior.
- New Evidence of Mars' Climate: Andrew and Fred discuss exciting discoveries made by NASA's Perseverance rover, which has found evidence of a wet, tropical climate on Mars billions of years ago. They delve into the implications of these findings and what they might mean for the potential of past life on the Red Planet.
- Launch Pad Mishap: The episode concludes with a discussion about the recent incident involving the Soyuz launch pad, where a service platform was damaged following a successful launch. The hosts reflect on the challenges faced in human spaceflight and the ongoing cooperation between international space agencies despite geopolitical tensions.
For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.
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Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.
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