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Scientists measure carbon ion loss from the atmosphere of Mars

Planetary scientists have developed evidence indicating that Mars was home to a relatively thick atmosphere. It hosted liquid water on its surface during the Noachian which was around 4 billion years ago. Significant climate change occurred since then. It results in the loss of...

Scientists discover method to create upward water fountain in deep water

University of Houston engineers have discovered that they can create upward fountains in water by shining laser beams on the water's surface. Scientists attribute the finding to a phenomenon called Marangoni effect. This causes convection and explains the behavior of water when differences in...

Perspective from space uncovers the Amazon water cycle

The Amazon basin has intricated and complex hydrology. It expands across seven nations and feeds 4 of the 10 largest rivers in the world. The basin has dense tropical forests, extensive floodplains, and interconnected wetlands. The basin also approximately 2,200 millimeters of rain per...