Tag - Sunlight

Sunlight Converts CO2 and Methane into Valuable Chemicals

Scientists use a blueprint of photosynthesis to produce greener, renewable productsMcGill UniversityDrawing inspiration from natural photosynthesis, scientists have developed a technique that uses sunlight to convert two major greenhouse gases into valuable chemicals for fuel and industrial applications. Researchers from McGill University have created a novel process called photo-driven oxygen-atom-grafting.This method employs gold,...

Juno Flyby Io Illuminated by Jupiter’s Reflected Sunlight

Io as seen from Juno, with 'Jupitershine' illumination on the left sideNASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSSNASA has unveiled a high-resolution image captured by the Juno spacecraft during its recent encounter with Jupiter's moon Io on December 30, 2023. This image not only showcases remarkable details of the volcanic satellite but also features an unusual lighting effect.During its close...