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science6 months ago

Quipu: The Universe's Largest Known Structure at 1.3 Billion Light-Years Wide

Astronomers have confirmed the existence of the Quipu superstructure, the largest known entity in the universe, spanning over 1.3 billion light-years and composed of 200 quadrillion solar masses. This colossal formation influences cosmic measurements and galaxy evolution, but is transient, destined to break into smaller units over time. Its discovery challenges current cosmological models and enhances our understanding of the universe's vastness and structure.

via Energy Reporters|
#astronomy#cosmic-web#quipu
science-and-environment2 years ago

"Uncovering the Growing Dinosaur-Era Superstructure in the Pacific Ocean"

A groundbreaking study led by University of Nevada geoscientist Kevin Konrad and an international team of researchers reveals that the Melanesia Border Plateau, a 222,000 square-kilometer underwater landmass, is still growing due to ongoing crust deformation influenced by the rollback of the Pacific plate beneath the Tongan trench. The plateau's rocky bones consist of cooled magma released during the Cretaceous Normal Superchron, and its formation challenges previous notions about large igneous provinces, suggesting they may emerge slowly and silently over time. Understanding this superstructure's formation has important environmental ramifications and provides insights into Earth's climate.

via Giant Freakin Robot|
#geological-formation#hotspots#magma
science2 years ago

"Enormous Dinosaur-Era Superstructure Unveiled in Pacific Ocean"

A massive Pacific plateau called the Melanesian Border Plateau, larger than the US state of Idaho, has been discovered on the sea floor near Fiji, with evidence suggesting it has formed through four separate pulses of volcanism since the age of dinosaurs. The plateau began forming 120 million years ago and continues to grow, challenging previous assumptions about the origins of underwater volcanic features.

via indy100|
#ocean#pacific-plateau#science