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Visualization is a beneficial ability that comes from a combination of innate ability and practical experience.
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2 Billion Year Old Rock Contains Living Microorganisms
The oldest living microorganisms ever found in rocks could be useful to scientists searching for life on other planets.
Conquer Mars
From another planet, NASA spacecraft sends 'will' to Earthlings
The will of InSight - the robotic lander working on the red planet - has just been announced by NASA on Twitter and Facebook.
Oceanography
Scenes that seem to only exist in science fiction movies appear at sea, shocking netizens
The 74-year-old photographer captured the rare moment with her camera from a boat in the waters near Monterey Bay, California (USA).
Space science
A star will explode in 2024, visible to the naked eye
In the middle of the constellation Hercules, an object that looks like a completely new star will suddenly appear in the sky.
Space science
The Secret of Life in the Universe: How Terrifying is Silicon-Based Life?
In the process of exploring the mysteries of the universe, scientists have discovered many clues about life.
Space science
Hundred times hotter than the core of the Sun, this country's rocket engine leaves American and Chinese rockets in the dust
Soon, the world will witness the ultimate orbital performance with this unique super rocket.
Space science
NASA spacecraft makes major discovery in 'permanent darkness'
New data collected by NASA spacecraft could help the space agency get closer to establishing the first off-Earth base.
Animal world
Invasive Asian fish that can jump up to 3m is causing US to demand to block its migration route
This fish has cost US authorities more than 200 million USD to prevent their invasion.
Animal world
The bird with blue feet attracts the opposite sex with its unique dance.
The blue-footed booby is one of the most strange and wonderful seabirds in the world.
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Not Everest, this is the mountain on Earth closest to the stars
This mountain is the closest point on Earth to the stars. And it's not the famous Mount Everest.
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Tigers don't eat their cubs, but why do these 5 species?
Pretend to be a reporter, try
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Why did the ancient elephant Deinotherium have inverted tusks?
Elephants have long been admired for their enormous size and unique appearance.
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Woman suddenly gains new senses after being struck by lightning
In rare cases, lightning can have unexpected effects on those who survive its wrath.
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Dragon Chair in the Forbidden City: Even if you pay, experts wouldn't dare touch it!
Dragon chairs are symbols of the power of the emperor, so the materials used to make them are not ordinary!