Runaway greenhouse effect

New space missions will probe the mysteries of Venus and the universe

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. A satellite designed ...

How the runaway greenhouse gas effect can destroy a planet’s habitability — including Earth’s

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Using advanced computer simulations, scientists have shown how easily a runaway greenhouse effect can rapidly transform a habitable planet into a hellish ...

Venus’s Skies Are Covered in Oxygen, Actually

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

While air is a gaseous delight unique to Earth, a team of astrophysicists have made a satisfying discovery: the direct observation of ...