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Vargeão Dome: Rare Impact Crater

The Vargeão Impact Crater is a fascinating geological formation that not only evokes the history of our planet but also reveals the magnitude of the event that formed it. Located in western Santa Catarina, this crater is the result of an asteroid impact over 80 million years ago. Read more…

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Discovery of Planet Formation in HOPS-315

Planet formation is one of the most fascinating mysteries of modern astronomy. Recently, direct observation of this process was made around the young star HOPS-315, located 1,300 light-years from Earth. Using the advanced ALMA and James Webb telescopes, scientists were able to detect grains of rocky material solidifying. Read more…

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Dark Energy and the Future of the Big Crunch

Dark energy, which accounts for about 70% of the universe, plays a crucial role in its current expansion. In this article, we will explore the intriguing possibility that the universe will begin contracting in approximately 7 billion years, leading to a catastrophic collapse known as the Big Crunch. We will discuss the implications. Read more…