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When lightning strikes: Gamma-ray burst unleashed by lightning collision
Lightning is a phenomenon that has fascinated humanity since time immemorial, providing a stark example of the power and ...
Organic glow-in-the-dark molecule shows promise for imaging and security applications
From anti-counterfeiting inks to bioimaging agents, phosphorescent materials that glow after light exposure are critical for ...
Astronomers saw one galaxy impale another. The damage was an eye-opener.
The pair — dueling it out 11 billion light-years away in space — has given astronomers their first detailed look at a galaxy ...
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Fiber vs. Cable Internet Equipment Guide: What You Actually Need
Wondering what equipment is needed for fiber optic internet before making the switch? Fiber-optic cables, incredibly thin strands less than a tenth the diameter of a human hair, are revolutionizing ...
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Optical Illusion Art: The Science and Creativity Behind the Mind-Bending Visuals
As one of the abstract styles developing in the 1960s, Optical illusion (or Op) Art features games of lines and geometric shapes in both black and white—like in the case of Bridget Riley, Jesús Rafael ...
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Do photons wear out? An astrophysicist explains light’s ability to travel vast cosmic distances without losing energy
My telescope, set up for astrophotography in my light-polluted San Diego backyard, was pointed at a galaxy unfathomably far ...