Tag: science
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The science of how Hurricane Milton became such a monster
The Summary Hurricane Milton intensified at one of the fastest rates in recorded history. The storm’s winds — which exceeded 175 mph — were unprecedented for an October hurricane. Record hot water in the Gulf of Mexico aided Milton’s intensification, and a process known as eyewall replacement led it to grow in size. At nearly…
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The science behind why you think you’re right
There may be a psychological reason why some people aren’t just wrong in an argument — they’re confidently wrong. According to a study published Wednesday in the journal Plos One, it comes down to believing you have all the information you need to form an opinion, even when you don’t. “Our brains are overconfident that…
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The science behind how a Florida hurricane ravaged North Carolina
Two walnut trees, taller than 100 feet, fell a few dozen feet from Godfrey’s home. Another tree crunched a neighbor’s car. Communication systems have also fared worse than Godfrey expected. “We have no idea what’s going on out there,” Godfrey said in a phone interview during a visit to a weather station he manages at…