It is a small world, only 310 miles in diameter, and until recently was considered one of the least interesting moons in the solar system. But Enceladus, one of 146 moons orbiting Saturn, has become a hot astronomical attraction; Scientists have discovered that it offers one of the best odds of finding life on another… Read More »
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Lost “magic islands” on Saturn’s largest moon Titan have intrigued scientists since NASA’s Cassini mission spotted them during flybys a decade ago. Now researchers believe they have unlocked the secrets of this phenomenon. The ephemeral… Read More »
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Lost “magic islands” on Saturn’s largest moon Titan have intrigued scientists since NASA’s Cassini mission spotted them during flybys a decade ago. Now researchers believe they have unlocked the secrets of this phenomenon. The ephemeral… Read More »
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Scientists have long considered Saturn’s moon Enceladus, which harbors an ocean beneath its thick icy crust, as one of the best places to look for life beyond Earth. A new analysis of data collected by… Read More »