space Asteroid Bennu's Samples Suggest its Ancient Oceanic Origins The samples from Bennu, containing a significant amount of water trapped in minerals, along with rich deposits of carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, and phosphorus, have astounded scientists.
space NASA Successfully Opens Container Holding Asteroid Dust After Months of Effort The container, which touched down in Utah in September of the previous year, couldn't be accessed immediately due to two stubbornly stuck bolts out of the 35 fasteners securing the lid.
space NASA Reveals Rich Carbon and Water Content in Bennu Asteroid Samples The study of Bennu's samples will provide invaluable insights into the origins of our solar system, the possibility of life's beginnings, and the threats posed by asteroids that could potentially impact Earth.
space NASA Successfully Lands Samples of Asteroid Bennu on Earth This remarkable achievement promises groundbreaking scientific insights into the origins of our solar system, the emergence of life on Earth, and the potential hazards posed by asteroids.
space NASA Calculates Potential Earth Impact Date for Asteroid Bennu Thankfully, the likelihood of such an event is estimated at around 1 in 2,700, according to a 2021 study. However, NASA remains vigilant, given the catastrophic consequences if it were to occur.
space NASA's OSIRIS-REx Mission Returns Samples From the Bennu Asteroid This Week The return of these samples is eagerly awaited by the scientific community, as they promise critical insights into the early solar system's formation and the origins of life. These findings could also enhance our understanding of potential asteroid threats to Earth.
