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The Iron of Earth’s Inner Core Could Be in a Strange ‘Superionic’ State, Study Finds

Deep below the crust of Earth, past the thick mantle and liquid outer core, lies a 1,220-kilometer (760 mile) ball of solid inner core.

But a new study has suggested that the inner core is not solid at all, instead forming a ‘superionic state’ with hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon, making it unlike either a liquid or a solid.

We can’t exactly drill down the 6,371 km (3,959 miles) to the center of the Earth to check what’s going on, so scientists use Earth’s natural drill – seismic waves from earthquakes – to understand the composition of our planet.

Homemade humidifier ultrasonic Arduino and 3D printed

It can create a lot of mist and it really looks like a magic smoke capacitor. I can say the project is a success. The idea is to add perfume to the water and give a good smell to your home. Just a few drops and it will give a very nice odor to the water mist. So this project is cool but is useful as well.

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Understanding peer review: what it is, how it works and why it is important

A good article on how to understand peer review and its importance in the advancement of science.


Peer review is the lifeblood of good science. But understanding the process can take time, and gaining review experience can be daunting. Marc Gillett explains the key elements of this critical component of science.

Early career research.

Research management.

Funding and publishing.

Latest USB Type-C Spec Increases Power Delivery to 240 Watts

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) this week released the USB Type-C Specification Revision 2.1, and it introduces a welcome (and powerful) new feature.

Existing USB-C cables are capable of delivering up to 100 watts of power, but as The Verge reports, the latest spec revision increases it to 240 watts. The change means future USB-C ports will be able to power and charge a lot more of your kit, resulting in fewer cables and adapters to carry around.


Expect to buy a new cable and charger if you want to take advantage of the extra power.

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