The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA)
The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA)
In November 2021, the extremely reactive oxygen atoms in the atmosphere of Venus were detected directly for the first time. The measurements were carried out with the upGREAT spectrometer on board the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA).
Credit:
NASA/Jim Ross