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Hammerhead Embryos, Free Throw Touch, Kinky Alloy
Jul 4, 2024
Explore the rare study of hammerhead shark embryos and their skull development, how physical touch from teammates can improve free throw accuracy in basketball, and the exceptional fracture resistance of a kink-promoting super allow.
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- Studying hammerhead embryos reveals insights into their unique skull development and aids in conservation efforts.
- Physical touch from teammates enhances basketball free throw accuracy, highlighting its impact on performance and team dynamics.
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Rare Images of Hammerhead Shark Embryo Development
Scientists at the University of Florida studied an exceptionally rare hammerhead shark embryo, observing early developmental stages like skull and eye formation. Obtaining embryonic specimens of these live-bearing sharks is extremely challenging due to potential harm to the vulnerable species. A pregnant bonnethead shark provided the opportunity for safe observation, shedding light on the lateral expansion of the skull leading to the distinctive hammerhead shape and enhancing conservation efforts.
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