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Swarms Of Tiny Sea Creatures Are Powerful Enough To Mix Oceans, Study Finds

Eddies behind an A. salina shrimp swimming Isabel Houghton / J.R. Strickler/courtesy of Stanford / University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee hide caption

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Swarms Of Tiny Sea Creatures Are Powerful Enough To Mix Oceans, Study Finds

Each night, the organisms gather in a "vertical stampede" to feed at the ocean's surface. Research suggests the columns of swimming animals can create large downward jets that help churn the waters.

Swarms Of Tiny Sea Creatures Are Powerful Enough To Mix Oceans, Study Finds

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How To See A Galaxy In Your Toilet Bowl

The spiral galaxy known as NGC 3521 lies in the constellation of Leo, a mere 35 million light-years away. Now go flush and see if you understand the connection between the two. O. Maliy/ESO hide caption

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How To See A Galaxy In Your Toilet Bowl

The relationships between big and small, near and far, then and now can be perplexing. Commentator Adam Frank says you can bring it all into focus by spending a little quality time with your toilet.

How To See A Galaxy In Your Toilet Bowl

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