Bayu Setyawan
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Hallo, I am a sales representative at Samsung Electronics Indonesia, blending industry expertise and creativity to craft compelling stories, insightful articles, engaging content, and inspiring through powerful and captivating narratives!
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The Journey to the Earth's Core
What's the most exotic destination you've ever been to? Hawaii? Australia? Hoboken, New Jersey? Well, today, I'm setting off on a journey that's way more unusual than that—down to the Earth's core. And I'm inviting you to join me—are you ready? Ah, come on, it'll be fun. Let's go!
By Bayu Setyawan2 years ago in FYI
Earth's Disaster History
Between 774 and 775, Earth experienced a colossal radiation burst, evidenced by extremely high levels of radioactive carbon and beryllium found in tree rings from that period. This unprecedented event has puzzled scientists for years. The leading theory attributes this radiation spike to a solar flare, although some speculate it could have been a massive supernova. However, astronomer Phil Plait points out that such a supernova must be less than a thousand light-years away and exceptionally bright. Yet, there are no historical records of such an event.
By Bayu Setyawan2 years ago in FYI
Earth's Poles
Solar eclipses are mesmerizing events where the Moon and the Sun align perfectly, creating a stunning display in our sky. Despite the Sun being about 400 times larger than the Moon, they appear the same size from Earth because the Moon is approximately 400 times closer to us. However, this celestial coincidence won't last forever. The Moon is gradually drifting away from Earth at a rate of about 1.5 inches per year. Due to this movement, the Moon will eventually be too far away to completely block out the Sun, meaning solar eclipses will no longer occur. NASA estimates that the last solar eclipse will happen in roughly 600 million years. While we won't be around to witness this final eclipse, it’s fascinating to think about the cosmic changes our planet will undergo.
By Bayu Setyawan2 years ago in FYI
Vampire Bats
Vampire bats, with their eerie nocturnal habits and blood-feeding behavior, are reminiscent of the mythical vampires they are named after. These fascinating yet unnerving creatures fly through the dark skies in search of their next meal, typically targeting cows, pigs, horses, and birds. Human encounters are rare, but they do happen. Unlike the fictional vampires, these bats make a tiny incision with their sharp teeth and then lap up the blood with their tongues, often feeding for over 30 minutes without disturbing their prey.
By Bayu Setyawan2 years ago in FYI
