In order to track alterations in the Earth's magnetic field, a global research team has been examining stalagmites in China. They assert that they have found evidence that suggests pole reversal can occur over a much shorter timeframe than previously thought possible—perhaps just a few centuries—and has in the past. The research, which was published in the Proceedings of the … [Read more...] about Magnetic Pole Reversal May Occur More Rapidly Than Expected
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Finally, JWST’s First Full Color Image Is Here—But This Is Just The Start
Well, this just shows that Hubble’s successor is going to more than fulfill its potential. The first full-color scientific image from the JWST, the largest and most potent observatory ever launched into space, was unveiled today by President Joe Biden. The first image of the galaxy cluster SMACS 0723 has been released, and we are in awe. Last week NASA teased the five … [Read more...] about Finally, JWST’s First Full Color Image Is Here—But This Is Just The Start
How To Make Your Home Spider-Proof This Fall
Prepare yourself for a difficult few months, arachnophobes. Your home will turn into a prime hook-up spot for the autumnal spider mating season in the final weeks of September when the summer begins to cool off and damper weather draws in, so you can anticipate a few more eight-legged friends than usual creeping around your walls. If you're afraid of spiders, you've … [Read more...] about How To Make Your Home Spider-Proof This Fall
Researchers Gave Ecstasy To Octopuses, and They Were Much Friendlier as a Result
Some people may feel like an octopus after taking MDMA, but does an octopus roll like a human? The answer, according to new research published today in Current Biology, is yes. A relatively antisocial, solitary species of octopus became more social, engaged, and generally interested in its surroundings after being given the party drug. Why would you want to medicate an … [Read more...] about Researchers Gave Ecstasy To Octopuses, and They Were Much Friendlier as a Result
Indonesian Scientists Discovered The World’s First Carnivorous Pitcher Plants That Feed Underground
Nepenthes pudica uses underground pitchers to make delicious ant soup. As far as botanical animals go, carnivorous pitcher plants are pretty badass (some of them devour salamanders, so there), and they just got a whole lot more metal as scientists have for the first time discovered a nepenthes species that gorges underground. The underground predator, which captures ants and … [Read more...] about Indonesian Scientists Discovered The World’s First Carnivorous Pitcher Plants That Feed Underground