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Earth's Core Is Leaking All Sorts of Materials That Have Been Trapped Since Our Planet's Birth
Hey! So, I was just reading about this really cool study that looked at what's happening deep inside the Earth, specifically at the core. Basically, scientists have been wondering for ages if the chemical differences we see in the deep mantle are just leftovers from when the Earth first formed and cooled down, or if the core and mantle have been swapping stuff around ever since.
This new research used some pretty advanced computer simulations, kind of like really detailed models, to look at how atoms move around under those extreme conditions. They focused a lot on hydrogen, because it's such a light element and behaves a bit differently. They checked the ratio of regular hydrogen to a heavier version called deuterium.
What they found is that the way the Earth cooled down initially wouldn't really explain the hydrogen levels we see today. Instead, the evidence points towards the core and mantle actively exchanging materials over billions of years. They also looked at helium and tungsten, and those also seem to be coming up from the core, acting like little messengers from the planet's earliest days that are still making their way to the surface. It's pretty wild to think about what's going on down there!
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Brain-like synapse chip computes at 'lightning speed', dissolves in mins
The remarkable human brain that conceived heart surgery and interplanetary travel runs on roughly the same amount of energy as a refrigerator bulb, thanks to its trillions of synapses. Scientists are now trying to replicate this ability with printable, flexible, biocompatible, and recyclable artificial synapses that don't require the rigid metals and complex manufacturing processes used in existing artificial synapse components. Category: Quantum Computing, Science Tags: Synaptics, Artificial Intelligence, Biomimicry, Brain, Soft Robotics
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World's oldest shipwreck discovered off coast of Turkey
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60 Super Easy & Cheap Home Upgrades That Are Legitimately Amazing
Giving your home a fresh look and feel doesn’t have to be a hassle that eats up your precious weekends. Amazon has easily installed decor (hello, peel and stick), genius storage options, and more finds that will help you make every space look and function better — without any serious elbow grease. The best part? They’re all surprisingly cheap. These two floating bookshelves take it up a notch by actually making it look like your novels are floating. Each pinewood shelf has 10 elastic bands attached to it so that you can hang each novel.
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A New Injection Makes Fat Cells Self-Destruct, And Might Prevent GLP-1 Weight Regain
Early clinical trials into a new fat reduction treatment have reported promising results, and the treatment takes a more unusual approach: Rather than shrinking fat cells, as most weight loss strategies do, it safely and naturally kills them off. The drug here is CBL-514, which is administered via injection. As well as proving effective at reducing subcutaneous fat (just below the skin), there's evidence it can also reduce visceral fat (stored deeper around the organs).
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Honda is working on in-road wireless magnetic EV charging system
Honda is developing a wireless magnetic charging system for electric vehicles that could simplify the charging process significantly. This technology aims to make recharging as seamless as filling up a gas tank, addressing a common frustration with current EV charging methods. Right now, even the fastest chargers take several minutes to provide a substantial charge, which can feel inconvenient. Honda’s approach could pave the way for more efficient and user-friendly charging solutions, potentially changing how we think about powering our cars. It’s still in the works, but it’s an interesting step forward in the EV landscape.
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Why Might Aliens Visit Earth?
The author explores why we might consider the possibility of aliens visiting Earth, arguing that our assumptions about such encounters shouldn't be as extreme as often thought. They suggest that while the universe seems largely lifeless, the fact that we’re still here indicates that if aliens exist, they haven’t caused us harm. The writer presents a framework for evaluating the likelihood of aliens, listing key facts that need explaining, such as the lack of noticeable alien activity and the nature of sightings.
They propose a range of assumptions to explain these facts, estimating the prior probability of alien visitation to be between 0.00001 and 0.1, which is significantly higher than the typical prior in a murder trial. The author acknowledges that additional evidence, like reports of abductions or malfunctioning alien crafts, complicates the picture, suggesting that if these occurrences are true, they might imply that the aliens are not as advanced or controlled as we might hope. Overall, the piece encourages a more open-minded examination of the evidence surrounding alien encounters.