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Unveiling the Intriguing Science of Snowflakes

Physicist Brian Cox narrates a short video from the Royal Society explaining the formation of snowflakes and the groundbreaking theory about their hexagonal shape developed by Johannes Kepler in 1611. The video also reveals that snowflakes are actually clear, not white, and references the first photographs of snowflakes taken in 1885.

via Open Culture|

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"Unveiling the Intricate Nature of Snowflakes: A Winter Storm's Hidden Gems"

Physicist Brian Cox explains how each snowflake embodies the laws of physics, tracing its formation from the clouds to its melting point, and connecting its structure to spiral galaxies. The video explores Johannes Kepler's theory about their hexagonal shape and its eventual confirmation, offering a captivating insight into the natural laws governing the universe.

via Aeon|

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