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The Six Largest Whale Species Found on Earth

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Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth and the largest whale species. Adult blue whales can reach lengths of up to 100 feet (30 meters) or more and weigh as much as 200 tons. The fin whale The fin whale is the second-largest whale species and the second-largest animal on Earth. Adult fin whales can reach lengths of around 85 feet (25 meters) and weigh up to 70 tons. Bowhead whales Bowhead whales are well-adapted to icy Arctic waters. They have massive heads, and their mouths are specially designed to break through ice. Adult bowhead whales can reach lengths of up to 60 feet (18 meters). Humpback whales Humpback whales are known for their long pectoral fins and elaborate songs. They can reach lengths of 40 to 50 feet (12 to 16 meters) and weigh up to 40 tons Gray whales Gray whales are known for their migrations, traveling long distances between feeding and breeding grounds. Adult gray

The World's Seven Most Beautiful Fish Species

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UNDERWATER FISHES EMPIRE According to National Geographic, there are a total of around 32,000 living fish species in the world. Many of them are dangerous while others are creatively unique. Here are the top 7 beautiful fishes according to us. SIAMESE FIGHTING FISH Known for its vibrant colors and long, flowing fins, the Siamese Fighting Fish is a freshwater species native to Southeast Asia. It's recognized by its diverse and colorful morphology and its ability to tolerate low oxygen levels. LION FISH Characterized by their distinctive brown or maroon and white stripes or bands, Lion Fish have long, flowing fins, a deeply forked caudal fin and venomous spines for defense. It is native to the South Pacific and Indian Oceans but has become an invasive species in the Atlantic. CLOWN FISH Your very own Nemo is here! Identified by their bright orange coloring, oval bodies and yellow, flag-shaped tails, Clown Fish are known for their symbio

7 Food Items Astronauts Cannot Consume While in Space

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ASTRONAUTS AND FOOD RESTRICTIONS Food restrictions for astronauts in space are imposed to ensure nutrition, prevent spoilage, and address microgravity challenges. Limited storage space, shelf stability and nutritional requirements must be carefully considered to maintain astronauts' health and well-being during space missions. Read ahead and know which all food items astronauts can't consume in space. BREAD Bread is avoided in space because it often lacks the structure and shelf life needed to work as space food. It's also crumbly and crumbs could float around in zero gravity, potentially getting into equipment or astronauts' eyes. ALCOHOL Consuming alcoholic beverages is widely prohibited by the government agencies that send astronauts to space. Ethanol, the main ingredient in alcohol, is considered a 'volatile compound' that could cause damage to the delicate equipment found in the tight confines of the ISS or other space-fa

NASA telescope captures breathtaking images of 10 mesmerizing starry scenes

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The US space agency National Aeronautics Space Administration (NASA) often takes to Instagram to share stunning visuals of the cosmos and celestial bodies from space, captured by its telescope. Let's take a look at some of the stunning starry photos captured by NASA. NASA's Webb telescope captured this record- breaking brown dwarf in star cluster IC 348. It is about 1000 light-years away and only 5 million years old. NASA's Hubble telescope captured this image of a cosmic reef 163,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Dorado. It is a part of a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way full of massive stars. Captured by the Hubble telescope, here's a pic of two galaxies full of bright blue stars and dark brown dust gravitationally interacting and merging. This image was captured by Hubble telescope when a star got too close to a black hole causing the tidal waves to rip away the stars' gaseous matt

Discover 11 easy passive income ideas to increase your cash flow

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1. Financial Investments Put your money in things like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. They can grow over time with little effort. A financial advisor can help. Pros, high growth, low effort. Cons, limited access to money, taxes apply. 2. Rental Property Renting your property to tenants can bring in money, but it means taking care of your place, finding renters, and fixing things. You make money when you have tenants, but not when it's empty. 3. Print-on-Demand Shop If you love being creative, start a passive income shop. Sell your unique designs on shirts, mugs, and posters without worrying about storage. Use platforms like Printrove or Qikink, promote your products, but be ready to handle promotion and customer service. 4. Self-Publishing  If you have something to say, you can self- publish a book online. It could be an ebook or a printed book. Platforms like Kindle Direct Publishing and Medium can help. You control your work, but

Individuals with the Top 11 Highest IQ Scores Globally

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(IQ ) INTELLIGENCE   QUOTIENT IQ is a widely used measure for assessing cognitive abilities. While it's crucial to recognise its limitations, IQ scores offer insight into the remarkable capabilities of individuals. TERENCE TAO Terence Tao is a renowned mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in areas such as harmonic analysis, partial differential equations, and additive combinatorics. STEPHEN HAWKING Stephen Hawking, a theoretical physicist and cosmologist, is known for his groundbreaking work on black holes and for authoring the best-selling book "A Brief History of Time." KATHERINE JOHNSON Katherine Johnson, a mathematician and physicist, made significant contributions to NASA's early space missions, including the Apollo program. LEONARDO DA VINCI Leonardo da Vinci, a Renaissance polymath, is celebrated for his contributions to art, science, anatomy, and engineering. ALBERT EINSTEIN Alb