OSIRIS-REx canister is finally opened.
Published In: Science News, 2024, v. 205, n. 5. P. 7 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Mann, Adam 3 of 3
Abstract
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft successfully collected 121.6 grams of asteroid Bennu, surpassing its science goal. The sample, which is more than double the mission's target, has been analyzed by researchers. The spacecraft dropped off the sample at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, where it was placed in a glove box to prevent contamination. The sample will now be distributed to scientists worldwide to study the origins of our solar system. The sample has revealed that Bennu is an altered rock that interacted with water, providing insights into its formation and history. Further analysis will help answer questions about Bennu's configuration and its interaction with the sun and cosmic rays. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Science News. 2024/03, Vol. 205, Issue 5, p7
- Document Type:Interview
- Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0036-8423
- Accession Number:175583535
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