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Unique fragment from Earth's formation returns after billions of years in cold storage Posted: 29 Apr 2016 04:28 PM PDT Astronomers have found a unique object that appears to be made of inner solar system material from the time of Earth's formation, billions of years ago. Observations show that C/2014 S3 (PANSTARRS) is the first object to be discovered on a long-period cometary orbit that has the characteristics of a pristine inner solar system asteroid. It may help understanding how the solar system formed. |
Peacock tail feathers shake at resonance and hold eyespots still during courtship displays Posted: 27 Apr 2016 01:41 PM PDT As male peacocks shake their long feathers in courtship, the iridescent eyespots remain nearly stationary and captivate females, according a new study. |
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