Curiousity Memoirs

By Jude Obuseh  In 1920, farmer Jacobus Hermanus Brits stumbled upon a remarkable discovery on his farm near Grootfontein, Namibia – the Hoba meteorite, the largest intact meteorite on Earth. Weighing approximately 60 tons, this colossal iron meteorite has captivated scientists and visitors alike with its sheer size and intriguing history. The Hoba meteorite, also known as the Hoba West meteorite, is a testament to the awe-inspiring power of celestial events. Its journey to Earth began less than 80,000 years ago when it plummeted from the sky and crashed into the ground with a force that left an indelible mark on the landscape. Initially unnoticed amidst the rocky terrain, the meteorite caught Brits' attention with its peculiar appearance – a dark rock surrounded by white limestone. Upon closer inspection, Brits realized the significance of his discovery and brought it to the attention of authorities in Grootfontein. Subsequent investigations revealed the tru...

By Jude Obuseh The universe is a vast and mysterious place, and occasionally, Earth finds itself in the path of celestial visitors. On December 18, 2018, a remarkable event occurred as a meteor of extraordinary force entered our atmosphere. This meteor was no ordinary visitor; it carried an energy equivalent to that of 10 atomic bombs. What's more astonishing is that this cosmic collision went completely unnoticed. While Earth frequently encounters meteors and space debris, this particular meteor was anything but ordinary. It was an extraordinary event in terms of its size and energy release. The meteor made its descent into Earth's atmosphere with an explosive force equal to 10 atomic bombs, and it left no discernible impact on the human world. The reason for this unusual oversight is that the meteor struck an area known as the Bering Sea, situated between Alaska and Russia. The Bering Sea is a remote and sparsely populated region, characterized by vast expanses of...

By Jude Obuseh In 2018, above the vast Oklahoma skies, a phenomenon of immense power and curiousity unfolded – a gigantic jet, an electrifying spectacle that would challenge our understanding of lightning as we knew it. 🌩️ Researchers were alerted as their detectors pinged above the thick cloud cover, signaling the birth of this colossal lightning bolt. Little did they know that this was no ordinary storm. ⚡☁️ Fast forward to today, after meticulous analysis of the jet's radio wave emissions using radar and satellite data, scientists are now unraveling the secrets of this celestial electrical giant. 🛰️📡 This extraordinary event sent shockwaves through the scientific community. The gigantic jet unleashed an astonishing amount of energy into the ionosphere, a high-altitude region filled with charged particles that acts as a natural barrier between our planet's upper atmosphere and the vast expanse of space. 🌌🌍 Read Also:  ☄️ Mystery in the Skies: The Mind-blowing...