Electric eels can emit some of the largest shocks in the animal kingdom - but why don't they shock themselves? This video was made with our friend Leo at our Brazilian channel @MinutoDaTerra! https://t.co/Wv77B7OQkT https://t.co/ZdwiFCEeg1
Modeling the electric field of weakly electric fish.
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Dec 2023 – Aug 2024Where it's discussed
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The discussions revolve around the fascinating behavior of electric eels and their shock mechanisms, with examples like questions on why electric eels don't shock themselves and mentions of the importance of these findings, portraying curiosity and appreciation. The tone is casual and enthusiastic, reflecting genuine interest but not deep technical engagement.
The discussions mostly express fascination but also some curiosity rather than strong agreement or disagreement with the research.
Posts show moderate interest, mainly focusing on intriguing facts about electric eels and their shocks.
Comments demonstrate some curiosity and appreciation, with users sharing excitement and asking questions.
While the discussions highlight interest, they do not convey a sense of transformative impact on understanding or technology.
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- The study developed three 2D models of the electric fish Apteronotus leptorhynchus to understand how its body shape and electrical properties influence the electric field and the formation of electric images, which are used for environmental sensing.
- Results indicated that the fish's tapered body shape creates a smooth, uniform electric field in the front region where sensors are concentrated, and also causes a higher electric potential in the tail area, with the body acting like a voltage divider.
- The research explains how electric images of objects change depending on their position and the fish's geometry and electrical features, offering new insights into how electric fish determine the location and distance of objects in their environment.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyEu nem acredito ainda que mas é verdade: escrevi e narrei um vídeo pro MinuteEarth! Por que será que o peixe elétrico não toma choque também? Bom, agora eu conto com vocês, mostrem que são fãs mesmo do canal e bora lá curtir e comentar! (tem legenda pt-br) https://t.co/LudjvwAMcK
Electric eels can emit some of the largest shocks in the animal kingdom - but why don't they shock themselves? This video was made with our friend Leo at our Brazilian channel @MinutoDaTerra! https://t.co/Wv77B7OQkT @oMinutoDaTerra https://t.co/9mASxOIXba
As enguias elétricas podem emitir alguns dos maiores choques do reino animal - mas por que o feitiço não vira contra o feiticeiro?
minuto da terra https://t.co/mYr0etYtuk
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RT @MinutoDaTerra: As enguias elétricas podem emitir alguns dos maiores choques do reino animal - mas por que o feitiço não vira contra o f…
https://t.co/Hqh8H9y9mK
As enguias elétricas podem emitir alguns dos maiores choques do reino animal - mas por que o feitiço não vira contra o feiticeiro?
Por Que o Poraquê Não Toma Choque? | Minuto da Terra https://t.co/ISyV5gcD1l via @YouTube
RT @danisleu77: minuto da terra https://t.co/mYr0etYtuk
minuto da terra https://t.co/mYr0etYtuk
Electric eels can emit some of the largest shocks in the animal kingdom - but why don't they shock themselves? This video was made with our friend Leo at our Brazilian channel @MinutoDaTerra! https://t.co/Wv77B7OQkT @oMinutoDaTerra https://t.co/9mASxOIXba
RT @MinutoDaTerra: Eu nem acredito ainda que mas é verdade: escrevi e narrei um vídeo pro MinuteEarth! Por que será que o peixe elétrico nã…
RT @MinutoDaTerra: Eu nem acredito ainda que mas é verdade: escrevi e narrei um vídeo pro MinuteEarth! Por que será que o peixe elétrico nã…
RT @MinuteEarth: Electric eels can emit some of the largest shocks in the animal kingdom - but why don't they shock themselves? This video…
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MinuteEarth https://t.co/IWQdrUzwFZ
Eu nem acredito ainda que mas é verdade: escrevi e narrei um vídeo pro MinuteEarth! Por que será que o peixe elétrico não toma choque também? Bom, agora eu conto com vocês, mostrem que são fãs mesmo do canal e bora lá curtir e comentar! (tem legenda pt-br) https://t.co/LudjvwAMcK
Electric eels can emit some of the largest shocks in the animal kingdom - but why don't they shock themselves? This video was made with our friend Leo at our Brazilian channel @MinutoDaTerra! https://t.co/Wv77B7OQkT https://t.co/ZdwiFCEeg1