Science Quickly Cosmic Coin Toss, Record Heat in the North Atlantic and Living Worm Towers
Jun 9, 2025
Recent findings suggest that the Milky Way's collision with Andromeda may be less certain than previously thought. Meanwhile, a severe marine heatwave has raised North Atlantic temperatures dramatically, highlighting pressing climate issues. In a fascinating twist, nematodes have been observed forming multi-worm towers to reach new habitats, demonstrating their unique teamwork strategies. These discoveries illuminate the dynamic interactions of our universe and ecosystems, blending cosmic wonders with earthbound mysteries.
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Milky Way-Andromeda Collision Odds
- The Milky Way and Andromeda galaxy collision is no certainty, closer to a cosmic coin toss with just a 50% chance in 10 billion years.
- The odds of collision in the next 4 to 5 billion years drop to about 2%.
Gas Giant Defies Planet Formation Theory
- A gas giant planet orbits a small red dwarf star, challenging core accretion theory of planet formation.
- This suggests gas giants may be more common around small stars than previously thought.
2023 North Atlantic Heatwave Causes
- The 2023 North Atlantic marine heatwave matched 20 years of warming due to weak winds and climate change.
- Weak winds reduced mixing, concentrating heat and accelerating temperature rise, worsening impacts like hurricanes and coral bleaching.