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The Unseen Planet In Our Solar System
For millennia, humans were aware of only five planets: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, observable with basic telescopes or the naked eye under favorable conditions. In the late 18th century, Sir William Herschel, a renowned astronomer, discovered a new planet—a frosty blue one initially mistaken for a star—later recognized as Uranus. It orbits the Sun 19 times farther than Earth and takes 84 years to complete one revolution. Herschel also detected double stars and nebulae. In the mid-1800s, astronomers detected anomalies in Uranus' orbit, leading to the discovery of Neptune in 1846. Despite theories about another planet between Mercury and the Sun, known as Vulcan, corroborated by the peculiar behavior of Mercury's orbit, no concrete evidence surfaced. Einstein's theory of general relativity later explained Mercury's orbit irregularity, suggesting space-time curvature by massive celestial bodies like planets alters orbits. While the Vulcan theory persisted, Einstein's explanation gained traction, and tests during solar eclipses aimed to validate his theory. Additionally, hypotheses about an undiscovered Planet 9 or Planet X beyond Neptune, affecting objects in the Kuiper Belt, emerged. The Nibiru myth, claiming a doomsday scenario in 2012, proved baseless, as calculations disproved its existence. Moreover, the 2011 Comet Elenin briefly misconstrued as Nibiru, dissipated harmlessly. These astronomical mysteries continue to intrigue, shaping our understanding of the solar system's complexities.
By Cudjoe Justice2 years ago in History
Unraveling the Enigma of Atlantis: A Comprehensive Journey into the Mythical Realm
Introduction The secret of Atlantis, a legendary civilization covered in legend and hypothesis, has continued for centuries, spellbinding the minds of researchers, swashbucklers, and narrators. Established in the compositions of the old Greek savant Plato, the story of Atlantis has risen above time, turning into a getting through puzzle that proceeds to interest and entrance the world.
By Kyrol Mojikal2 years ago in History
Varanasi
With millions of pilgrims and those seeking spiritual comfort, Varanasi—often referred to as the spiritual centre of India—is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Known by many other names, including Banaras or Kashi, Varanasi, is a city in northern India's Uttar Pradesh state that is situated on the banks of the Ganges River. It is renowned for its rich historical, religious, and cultural legacy that has emerged over time.
By The Knowledge 2 years ago in History
Following St Nick: NORAD's Mysterious Christmas Custom
Presentation For almost seventy years, the North American Aviation Safeguard Order (NORAD) has been known for its crucial job in following everything flying in and around the US and Canada. In any case, there's one more bubbly side to NORAD's main goal that has caught the hearts of millions overall — the yearly following of St Nick Claus on his remarkable excursion across the globe to convey presents. In this article, we dig into the charming history, the mechanical wonder behind the St Nick Tracker, and the endearing customs that have made it a worldwide peculiarity.
By Saumendra Talukdar.2 years ago in History
Exploring Yuletide Quandaries: A Festive Discourse Between Holly and Martha
In a cozy corner of a bustling café, the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafting through the air, Holly and Martha, two longtime friends, engage in a lively discourse that delves into the depths of their divergent views on the most wonderful time of the year – Christmas. As cups of hot beverages sit before them, Holly's untouched hot chocolate serves as a silent witness to the impending clash of holiday ideals.
By MR.Mahmoued2 years ago in History
King Leonidas of Sparta
King Leonidas stood at the narrow pass of Thermopylae, his 300 Spartans by his side, their bronze shields gleaming in the relentless Greek sun. The Persian army, an overwhelming force led by King Xerxes, approached with a dark and ominous determination.
By New technology2 years ago in History
The Legend of the Bermuda Triangle
Individuals have been keen on the Bermuda Triangle legend for quite a while. It is one of only a handful of exceptional mysteries we can't actually sort out. We should rewind back something like 600 years to a story that starts with an Italian man who longed to journey across the sea on a mission for the overflow of Asia—flavors, silk, minerals, and such. The forceful visionary behind Christopher Columbus set out in 1492, fully backed by the supreme group of Spain.
By Anwa Andrew2 years ago in History
