New Evidence for Planet 9! SciShow News

New Evidence for Planet 9! SciShow News

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Physics, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the ongoing search for Planet 9, a proposed super Earth beyond Neptune. Recent discoveries of distant objects like 2015 TG387 suggest the presence of this elusive planet. Simulations indicate that Planet 9 could influence the orbits of these objects. However, long-term space travel poses health risks due to cosmic radiation, which can damage the GI tract and other tissues. Despite these challenges, the pursuit of space exploration continues, with hopes of future missions to Mars and beyond.

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What is the significance of the newly discovered object 2015 TG 387 in relation to Planet 9?

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How far is the object 2015 TG 387 from the sun compared to Pluto?

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Why is it important to study the orbits of distant objects like TG387 and Sedna?

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What potential effects does cosmic radiation have on astronauts during long-term space travel?

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What did researchers find when they exposed mice to iron radiation in the study?

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What are the challenges associated with shielding spacecraft from cosmic radiation?

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What are the implications of the findings regarding long-term space travel for future missions to Mars?

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