How did SOFIA detect water?
Using its Faint Object infraRed CAmera for the SOFIA Telescope (FORCAST), SOFIA was able to pick up the specific wavelength unique to water molecules, at 6.1 microns, and discovered a relatively surprising concentration in sunny Clavius Crater.
When did SOFIA find water on the moon?
31 August 2018
Using SOFIA and the Faint Object infraRed CAmera for the SOFIA Telescope (FORCAST) instrument, we conducted observations of the lunar surface at 6 µm on 31 August 2018 in a search for molecular water.
How much water did SOFIA find on the Moon?
100 to 412 parts per million
Data from this location reveal water in concentrations of 100 to 412 parts per million – roughly equivalent to a 12-ounce bottle of water – trapped in a cubic meter of soil spread across the lunar surface. The results are published in the latest issue of Nature Astronomy.
What is the latest discovery that SOFIA did?
SOFIA recently discovered even more compelling evidence of water on the Moon, this time in its sunlit regions—in Clavius Crater– affording exciting new opportunities for lunar science. This discovery enhances our understanding of the behavior of water and other volatile elements on the surface of cold, airless bodies.
Is Sofia water drinkable?
The tap water in Sofia, Bulgaria is of high quality and safe to drink. In a few older communities and buildings, particularly in the city center, may experience tap water with red to brown color due to aged pipes and common for water coming out of hot water pipes.
Which country discovered water on the Moon?
India
On 14 November 2008, India made the Moon Impact Probe onboard Chandrayaan-1 orbiter landed into Shackleton crater and confirmed the presence of water ice.
Which country discovered water on the moon?
Can you drink tap water Bulgaria?
Tap water is safe to drink all over the country but not always pleasant in taste or appearance. Bulgaria’s vast supplies of mineral water are widely available in 0.5 litre and 1.5 litre bottles.
Can you drink tap water in Plovdiv?
Tap water is perfectly safe to drink, but while you’re here you have a chance to enjoy the many health benefits of mineral water, drawn from the numerous mineral water springs strewn across the country. Plovdiv in particular is surrounded by several mineral water resorts.