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NASA's Swift Observatory Reentering Earth's Atmosphere
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NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, which studied gamma-ray bursts and other cosmic explosions for nearly two decades, is reentering Earth's atmosphere following the end of its mission. NASA says the observatory leaves behind a major scientific legacy, having detected thousands of gamma-ray bursts and contributed to discoveries across astrophysics. Space watchers are tracking the reentry event.
Why now: The decommissioned telescope's atmospheric reentry is happening now, drawing attention to its long scientific career.
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Evidence
- NASA’s Swift Mission Ends, Leaves Behind Scientific Bonanza · NASA Science (.gov)
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