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From Diamond Rain to Rogue Planets: Unpacking Cosmic Curiosities

From Diamond Rain to Rogue Planets: Unpacking Cosmic Curiosities

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In this Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew
Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a variety of fascinating
questions from listeners. From the intriguing phenomenon of
planetary atmospheres that may rain diamonds and sapphires, to the
complexities of satellite approvals and the possibility of planets
forming without a star, this episode is packed with cosmic
insights.

Key topics include:

- Nick from Perth asks about the science behind the claims of
diamond and sapphire rain on distant planets, prompting a
discussion on spectral analysis and the nature of scientific
reporting.

- Sandy from Melbourne raises concerns about the recent FCC
approval for Reflect Orbital's satellite, leading to an exploration
of the regulatory landscape surrounding space launches and the
implications for global cooperation.

- Rennie from California queries whether planets can form without a
sun, which sparks a deep dive into the theories surrounding rogue
planets and the role of dark matter in planetary formation.

Join Andrew and Jonty as they navigate these thought-provoking
questions, shedding light on the mysteries of the universe and the
ever-evolving field of astronomy.

00:00 - This is a Q and A episode and in this particular show we're
answering audience questions

01:00 - Professor Jonty Horner joins us to discuss
astrophysics

01:29 - The heat stays a bit longer than summer and the cold stays
too much past winter

02:55 - Nick in Perth has a question regarding planetary
atmospheres

11:29 - Scientists are extrapolating from what they know about
planets' interior

12:49 - Andrew Dunkley: Question comes from Sandy in Melbourne,
Australia

14:51 - FAA proposing to circumvent environmental laws for
commercial launches and spacecraft reentries

21:54 - Fast developing industry with no regulation developed
around it

25:20 - Space Nuts Q and A edition with Andrew Dunkley and Jonty
Horner

25:38 - Can planets form without a sun because dark matter would be
the gravity

33:41 - You can send in your Space Nuts questions via our
website

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