A time traveller’s guide to the solar system.
Published In: New Scientist, 2025, v. 267, n. 3556. P. 32 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Crane, Leah 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores six significant moments in the history and future of our solar system, presenting a hypothetical journey through time to uncover its mysteries. It begins with the solar system's formation around 4.5 billion years ago, highlighting the birth of the sun and the challenges of planetary formation. The narrative continues to the moon during the Late Heavy Bombardment, questioning the extent of impacts on its surface, and then shifts to Mars, where conditions may have supported life. Future projections include the eventual loss of Saturn's rings and the chaotic fate of Mercury due to gravitational disturbances. The article concludes with the sun's transformation into a red giant, potentially allowing for new life to emerge on the icy moons of Jupiter and Saturn. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:New Scientist. 2025/08, Vol. 267, Issue 3556, p32
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Science
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0262-4079
- Accession Number:187289191
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