Neptune-sized planet, hurricane Idalia and ancient Egyptian noblewoman

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Must Read Bizarre Neptune-sized planet ‘denser than steel’ discovered 🪐 Exoplanetary research has unveiled an extraordinary range of planetary systems distinct from our own. Among these are hot Jupiters, which are colossal gas giants orbiting in close proximity to their stars. The other class is a Neptunian-size exoplanet, a gas planet similar in size to Neptune or Uranus. And then there are super-Earths, which are predominantly rocky planets that might possess atmospheres. Astronomers have now discovered an unexpected finding of a Neptune-sized planet that is "denser than steel." Scientists said that it is quite unusual to discover such a massive Neptune-sized planet. The study authors propose that the newfound planet’s composition could be the outcome of a cataclysmic collision between two celestial worlds. 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With the alert, current suppliers are to prepare for such a space mission ready for an as-yet undisclosed 24-hour launch window. [[Read More]( [Culture]( ⚰️ Ancient balm analysis reveals Egyptian mummy’s high status Balm used to preserve and provide scent to ancient Egyptian noblewomen – Senetnay was recently analyzed by researchers from the Max Planck Institute of Geoanthropology. Upon analyzing the substances in the balm from two jars preserving Senetnay’s lungs and liver, it was determined that the balms contained beeswax, plant oils, animal fats, the naturally occurring petroleum product bitumen, and resins from the family of coniferous trees that includes pines and larches. 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