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Explosive Queries with Terry Crews

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Nov 15, 2024
Join Terry Crews, actor and comedian known for "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "The Expendables," as he dives into cosmic queries with Neil deGrasse Tyson. They explore fascinating ideas about thriving on Mars, including creating artificial magnetic fields for protection. The duo also blends humor and science discussing photons and time, sharing wild tales from 'Hot Ones.' Plus, they reflect on the evolutionary role of muscles and the impact of low gravity on our bodies during space travel. Prepare for laughter and mind-bending insights!
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INSIGHT

Earth's Magnetic Field

  • Earth's magnetic field protects us from harmful solar radiation by deflecting charged particles.
  • These particles create auroras when they interact with the atmosphere at the poles.
INSIGHT

Shifting Magnetic Poles

  • Earth's magnetic poles are not fixed and can reverse, with the North Magnetic Pole currently moving towards Siberia.
  • Compasses point north because Earth's South Magnetic Pole is located in the geographic North.
ANECDOTE

Mover's Strength

  • Terry Crews shares an anecdote about a seemingly ordinary mover who easily lifted a heavy box he struggled with.
  • This highlighted that specialized muscles, developed for specific tasks, are more effective than sheer size.
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