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Shark Skin's Secret to Speed Revealed

New research suggests that the shape and arrangement of shark skin's tiny teeth-like structures, called denticles, are optimized for different swimming speeds. These findings could revolutionize the design of aircraft and boats. Additionally, the study indicates that the extinct megalodon might have swum at speeds comparable to the great white shark. (see more)

New Model Challenges How Earth's Continents Formed

A groundbreaking study from the University of Illinois Chicago has cast doubt on the prevailing theory of how Earth's continents originated. By simulating the formation of magmas, researchers found that the crucial minerals associated with early continents could have formed without the involvement of plate tectonics. This discovery could significantly alter our understanding of Earth's geological history and the timeline of plate tectonic activity. (Learn More)

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