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3I/ATLAS A HARBINGER OF ASCENSION
Comet 3I/ATLAS is a fascinating interstellar comet that's captivating scientists with its unique composition: - High Carbon Dioxide Content: 3I/ATLAS has an unusually high ratio of carbon dioxide (CO2) to water, with a CO2-to-water mixing ratio of 8.0±1.0, one of the highest seen in a comet, especially at its distance from the Sun (3.32 AU). - Methanol and Organic Molecules: The comet contains methanol (CH3OH), a key molecule for forming complex organic compounds like sugars,

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Feb 521 min read
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