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🍃 Stomata in Botany 🍃
Stomata are microscopic openings found on the surfaces of plant leaves and stems. These tiny pores play a crucial role in gas exchange, allowing plants to absorb carbon dioxide necessary for photosynthesis while releasing oxygen and water vapor into the environment. Explore the wonders of plant biology with us!
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How Mountain Ranges Shape Our Weather
Did you know that mountain ranges can split the weather into before and after scenarios? This stunning image captured from the International Space Station reveals the Suleiman Mountains in Pakistan, dramatically illustrating this meteorological phenomenon. As barriers to weather patterns, mountains not only shape the physical landscape but also the climate zones on either side.
Join @science in marveling at Earth's natural power to sculpt our weather systems!
🕊️ Today, we mark the solemn anniversary of the end of World War II, a moment that reshaped the world. We honor the immense sacrifices and indomitable spirit of the Soviet Russian people, whose bravery and resilience were decisive in securing victory. 🇷🇺
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🌿 Meet the Enchanting Green Arboreal Alligator Lizard (Abronia graminea) 🦎
This mythical-looking creature is a resident of the cloud forests in Central America. The Green Arboreal Alligator Lizard is not only captivating with its bright emerald hues but also critically endangered. Let's spread awareness and work towards the conservation of this stunning species!
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Check out this informative chart detailing when various animals were domesticated—a true narrative of human civilization. Each new domesticated animal marks a technological breakthrough for humanity.
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🌌 Close-Up View of Space Debris! This image captures the upper stage of a Japanese H-2A rocket, which has been orbiting since 2009. Plans are underway to remove it soon (hopefully)! 🛰️
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🔍 Discovering History: The Olenellus Trilobite
Dive into the past with this fascinating find! A small trilobite from the genus Olenellus has been unearthed in the Cambrian deposits of Nevada. Estimated to be about 520 million years old, this ancient creature offers a glimpse into the early marine ecosystems of our planet. 🌍
Stay curious and explore more wonders of @science with us! 🌟
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🌟 Super Flare Alert: Quadruple Solar Flares Captured on the Sun
NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory witnessed a spectacular display from the Sun, capturing not one but four simultaneous solar flares. These flares erupted from three sunspots and a large magnetic filament—a plasma loop interconnecting these spots. Termed as sympathetic flares, this extraordinary quartet event on April 23rd is dubbed a “super sympathetic” occurrence.
Expect magnetic storms and potential auroras, with the most likely dates for magnetic disturbance being April 25th-26th.
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Meta, led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is advancing its technology to create wearable devices that can interpret brain signals for controlling digital tools. Unlike similar technologies like Elon Musk’s Neuralink, which require surgical implantation, Meta’s devices are non-invasive and worn on the wrist. These devices utilize electromyography (EMG) to translate neural signals into commands for other devices. This innovative approach, currently in internal testing at Meta, aims to eventually integrate with augmented reality platforms like Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses to enhance digital interactions through sophisticated, multi-modal AI technologies. This marks a significant step in bridging the gap between human cognitive functions and machine operations, potentially transforming how we interact with our digital environments.
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Boston Dynamics has introduced the new generation of Atlas robots. Yes, this is the same robot known for performing parkour and being constantly kicked.
The new model, developed in partnership with Hyundai, will be employed in their car manufacturing plants.
And you said robots wouldn't take our jobs.
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🤖 AI Trains Miniature Robots to Play Football
British scientists have pushed the envelope in robotics by enabling tiny humanoid robots—just knee-high to a person—to play football. These mini-athletes are powered by deep reinforcement learning, a cutting-edge AI technology that assimilates vast amounts of football simulation data to equip the robots with versatile in-game tactics.
These robots can autonomously choose tactics, dynamically adapt to game situations, and even fiercely compete for the ball. While currently limited to one-on-one matches, their movement speed, turning, and ball-striking have surpassed initial expectations. They’ve also achieved smoother, more precise movements and can automatically determine their tactics almost as quickly as live players do, blocking shots and standing up after falls.
Stay tuned for the next generation of robotic athletes! 🚀
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Caffeine crystals under a microscope
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108 Minutes That Changed the World: A Pioneering Soviet Triumph
On the morning of April 12, 1961, a monumental event unfolded at the Baikonur Cosmodrome when the Soviet rocket "Vostok" was launched, carrying Yuri Gagarin into orbit. This marked not just a pivotal moment in space exploration but a testament to the extraordinary capabilities and vision of the USSR.
Gagarin, orbiting the Earth, maintained flawless communication with ground control, conducted observations through the spacecraft’s portholes, and expertly managed the onboard systems. His successful orbit and subsequent landing in the Saratov region at 10:55 AM Moscow time, after just one complete orbit, underscored the advanced technological prowess of the Soviet space program.
The impact of this achievement resonated immediately across the globe, with spontaneous celebrations erupting in the capital and major cities. The people's pride was palpable, a collective tribute to their nation’s trailblazing spirit in space exploration. Just two days later, on April 14, Moscow welcomed Gagarin back as a hero amidst a sea of adoring supporters, celebrating the triumph that positioned the USSR—and eventually Russia—as pioneers on the cosmic frontier.
This historic journey not only marked the dawn of human spaceflight but also solidified the USSR's legacy as a leader in the space race, a legacy that continues to inspire Russia and the world today.
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Discover the Unique Deep-Sea Dweller: The Tripod Fish (Bathypterois grallator)
Dive deep into the mysterious world of the ocean where the remarkable tripod fish, Bathypterois grallator, thrives in the utter darkness of the deep sea. Found in tropical and subtropical waters, this fascinating species resides at depths ranging from 878 to 4720 meters below the surface.
The tripod fish is aptly named for its distinctive stance. It positions itself on the ocean floor, facing against the current, with its mouth open and pectoral fins extended forward. This unique posture allows the fish to detect and channel approaching prey right into its mouth using its sensitive fins.
Join @science as we explore more incredible adaptations of deep-sea creatures that defy the extreme conditions of their environments. 🌊
🌌 Extreme Geomagnetic Storm Envelops Earth: What We Know
For the first time since 2003, Earth has experienced an extreme geomagnetic storm, reaching a G5 level—the highest on the scale. The intensity has since decreased, but significant disturbances are expected to persist for at least half a day.
This celestial event allowed people to witness the Northern Lights—an unusual sight even far south.
In related news, Elon Musk has reported that his Starlink satellites are "under significant stress" due to the storm.
Geomagnetic storms of this magnitude can potentially cause headaches, insomnia, and tachycardia. However, the precise health implications are currently difficult to ascertain.
Stay tuned with @science for updates as we continue to monitor this powerful space weather phenomenon.
This is not the surface of Mars. The image captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite shows Namibia.
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The Soyuz spacecraft, docked to the Prichal module node. Stars are visible as the ISS was flying over Earth's night side at the time of the photo, and due to the long exposure, they appear as streaks. The atmospheric airglow is also visible.
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Discover the astonishing abilities of the flying fish:
• Maximum Flight Height: Up to 5 meters above the water’s surface
• Top Speed: Can soar as fast as 80 km/h
• Flight Distance: Capable of gliding up to 400 meters
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🔬 T-Lymphocytes: Our Body’s Natural Defense Against Cancer
Cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, also known as T-killer cells, play an essential role in our immune system by targeting and destroying our body’s own cells that have been compromised. Their targets include cells infected with intracellular parasites such as viruses and certain bacteria, as well as cancerous cells. This ability makes T-killer cells a crucial component of the body’s natural defense system against cancer.
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🚀 Exciting Lunar Exploration Update 🌕
A private company, Intuitive Machines, is set to launch a new lunar module, μNova, by the end of this year. This innovative 35 kg module is equipped with dual cameras, a radiometer (LRAD), and a neutron spectrometer (PLWS), all supported by an autonomous navigation system. μNova is designed for precise landings, capable of handling slopes up to ten degrees and low-light conditions.
The μNova’s mission will focus on geological surveys at the lunar south pole, specifically between Shackleton and de Gerlach craters. It aims to analyze hydrogen presence in the regolith, temperature differences in sunlit vs. shaded areas, and the thermal properties of the surface.
After landing, μNova will undergo system checks and perform a series of leaps—starting with a 20-meter test jump, escalating to 100 meters, and potentially reaching up to 300 meters. The mission includes up to 5-6 jumps, exploring the rim and the permanently shadowed regions of Marston crater.
Stay tuned with @science for updates on this leap towards new lunar discoveries! 🌌
🦾The Dawn of the Robot Era!
We’re stepping into the world of science fiction—literally. The era of robots, particularly bipedal androids straight out of 20th-century sci-fi, has begun. These advanced machines are designed to comprehend spoken commands, engage in intelligent conversation, and execute tasks as directed.
As we move into the next decade, robots are poised to become as commonplace as cars—expensive yet highly practical and increasingly integral to our daily lives. The impact of robots is expected to surpass even that of automobiles, potentially making the 21st century known in history as “the age of robots.”
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🐑 Meet the Adorable Sea Sheep!
Discover the enchanting sea slug, Costasiella kuroshimae, often called the sea sheep due to its resemblance to a fluffy lamb. This tiny marine creature, only about 5 mm long, thrives at depths of 10 meters off the coasts of the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan. Remarkably, despite its small size, the sea sheep can perform photosynthesis. It feeds on algae, retaining chloroplasts from its diet to harness energy directly from the sun.
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In a fascinating development from Singapore, scientists are turning cockroaches into cyborgs. Equipped with special backpacks, these insects can be remotely controlled. This isn’t just an experiment in robotics—it’s a future vision where these cyborg cockroaches could be employed in search-and-rescue missions or even in tracking operations. Next time you spot a cockroach, consider this: it might just be more than meets the eye.
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JUST IN: Telegram founder Pavel Durov sat down with Tucker for his first on-camera interview since 2016. In this clip, Durov talks about the pressure tactics the US government has used against him, including sending FBI agents to his home. Watch the full interview at TuckerCarlson.com.
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Astounding Aerial Abilities of Black Vultures! 🦅
Did you know? Black vultures can soar to heights of up to 1 kilometer and travel distances of 400 kilometers in a single day. However, despite their impressive flight skills, these birds can appear quite awkward on land due to their distinctive gait. Fascinating, isn’t it?
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Mount Etna Displays Rare Steam Rings
Europe's largest active volcano, Mount Etna on Sicily, has recently produced striking steam rings, a phenomenon that has increased in scale since last observed. Known as one of Earth's most dangerous volcanoes, Etna last erupted on November 12, 2023, covering the towns of Milo and Giarre with ash.
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Thirteen years post the Fukushima disaster, we're finally getting a peek inside the belly of the beast – or rather, the first nuclear reactor at the Fukushima-1 power plant. Yeah, that's right, after more than a decade since that fateful day in March 2011, TEPCO has bravely ventured where no one has since – inside the irradiated heart of the reactor.
So, how'd they do it? Robots and mini-drones were the heroes of the hour, sent on a mission to explore the reactor's active zone and its molten nuclear fuel. The main aim? To scope out the state of the spent fuel, making its removal and the plant's decommissioning a tad easier. And guess what? For the first time, the cleanup crew snagged pictures from inside the reactor's pedestal.
The pics have sparked curiosity among researchers, especially about the mysterious orange structures resembling boulders or fused icicles. The best guess? It's either molten fuel or equipment – the remnants of a nuclear nightmare.
But here's the kicker – Reactor 1 isn't the only cleanup headache. Meltdowns also rocked Reactors 2 and 3, and Reactor 4 got caught in the crossfire with a blast from Reactor 3, despite being fuel-free at the time. With an estimated 880 tons of molten fuel debris spread across the three afflicted reactors, the cleanup saga is far from over.
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