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New Discoveries
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ALMA finds large numbers of massive galaxies in the early universe
Imagine that you’re on an open field in the middle of the night. In the distance is the edge of a dark forest. Using your
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Massive binary stars are born as real twins
All people look different from each other. Except identical twins. They have the same eyes, the same nose, the same mouth and the same hair.
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ALMA uncovers a hidden black hole
Black holes are the most mysterious objects in the Universe. Their gravity is dangerously strong. They suck in everything that comes too close. Moreover, they
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Learn with Talma
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Why is ALMA so high?
ALMA is the highest observatory in the world. The Chajnantor Plateau, where the 66 ALMA antennas are located, is at five kilometers above sea level.
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What are millimeter waves?
If your ears are good, you can hear very high tones. Children’s ears are usually better than the ears of grown-ups. So you might be
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Do astronomers live at ALMA?
If you hold your breath for too long, you will die. Your body needs the oxygen in the air. Without getting enough oxygen, you can’t