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Science 5 min read

Cosmic Time Capsule: 3I/ATLAS Reveals Another Star's Chemistry

Scientists have captured the chemical fingerprint of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing surprising elements from another star system. This cosmic messenger's unusual nickel concentration and rare anti-solar tail challenge our understanding of chemistry across the galaxy.

Science 4 min read

Decoding Cosmic Secrets: How Spectroscopy Revealed 3I/ATLAS's Origins

Discover how scientists use spectroscopy to read the chemical fingerprint of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS. Learn about this powerful technique that unlocked the comet's 10-billion-year journey through space and try a simple spectroscopy experiment at home.