Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

#456: Safeguarding the Moon, Titan's Liquid Sounds & Dark Matter Drifts


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Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson in this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, where they tackle a variety of intriguing questions from listeners. From the protection of the moon to the sounds of extraterrestrial liquids, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and cosmic curiosities.
Episode Highlights:
- Protecting the Moon: Mikey from Illinois asks about the measures in place to protect the moon from catastrophic asteroid impacts and what would happen if the moon were significantly altered.
- Sounds of Titan: James from Minnesota wonders if the lakes and rivers on Titan would sound similar to those on Earth, given the differences in atmospheric pressure and liquid composition.
- Dark Matter Movement: Bill from San Francisco Bay Area inquires about whether dark matter can move through Space and be influenced by gravitational events.
- Formation of Atmospheres: Brady from Florida asks how atmospheres are formed on planets, transitioning from a ball of rock and lava to having a gaseous envelope.
00:00 - This is a Q and A episode where we answer your questions
01:25 - Fred and Andrew ask what would happen if an asteroid hit the moon
06:20 - Extra solar might come through. Yes. The thing is, the bigger the object is
06:58 - Next question comes from James Greenfield with Professor Fred Watson
10:53 - Bill asks question about whether dark matter can move through space
14:55 - Why does everyone who lives in Florida call it the great state of Florida
15:58 - Brady from Florida asks how planets form their atmospheres
19:15 - If you have questions for Space Nuts, go to our website
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