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Vinyls: Collectable Pressed Plastic
Vinyls: Little plastic disks that have particular tiny grooves that make a sound as you drag a needle across them. Almost magical, aren't they? They even can create more sounds than regular music through Spotify or Apple Music. How? Vinyls capture the sound as close to how it was initially recorded. The shape of the minuscule grooves mimics the shape of the sound waves of the music.
As convenient as it is to stream music, digital has its disadvantages. It’s compressed, which means certain frequencies are removed to make the file smaller. That’s not to say the quality is bad, per se, it’s just different from what the artist intended, and there’s something special about knowing that you're listening to the artist’s vision of their song. What also makes vinyl special is the collector element. You get a physical copy to hold on to with unique album covers, and sometimes a colored vinyl.
Vinyl collecting isn't just about the music; it's about the experience. The act of flipping through crates at record stores, the tactile sensation of placing the needle on the groove, and the warm, analog sound quality create a nostalgic ambiance that digital formats simply can't replicate. Collectors are drawn to vinyl for its tangible appeal. Each record tells a story, from the album artwork to the scratches and imperfections that bear witness to its journey through time. It's not just about owning the music; it's about owning a piece of history.
This is probably why vinyl records have staged an unexpected comeback, capturing the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. Record sales in 2014 were the highest ever since 1993!¹ Another factor is probably the nostalgic element. Before streaming, vinyl was one of the only ways to listen to music. But now, what was once considered a relic of the past has become a cherished medium for experiencing music. In addition, vinyl collecting fosters a sense of community. Whether it's through local record swaps, online forums, or social media groups, enthusiasts come together to share their passion, swap stories, and discover new music. In a disconnected world, vinyl collecting offers a tangible connection to the music and fellow collectors.
So, has all this talk about record collecting piqued your interest? Well, there are a few things you might still be wondering. One of those is cost. A big reason why a lot of people who want to collect records don’t is because of the price. You have to consider whether you think the investment is worth it (for many enthusiasts it very much is). Most new records cost between $25-30, but rare ones can reach into the hundreds of dollars. However, if you know where to look, you can find used records for less than $5. Some stores even have a ¢99 section!
In addition, vinyl can be a bit of a responsibility. If you consider them an investment, you’re going to need to make sure the investment stays worthwhile. That means proper care and storage. We won’t go in-depth here, but there are a few things you should do.
To prevent warping, try to keep them out of heat. Also, it’s worth investing in a cleaning kit so you can get rid of dust without accidentally scratching the vinyl. Keeping your records safe makes listening more enjoyable, as you don’t have to deal with pesky scratches. In addition, well-kept records can sell for hundreds of dollars years later, which is part of the reason records are so special in the first place.
Despite the convenience of digital formats, vinyl continues to thrive, reminding us that the old ways are sometimes still the best. So, dust off your turntable, dig out those crates, and immerse yourself in the timeless art of vinyl collecting.

What to do in a Tornado
What would you do in a horrifying tornado? Would you seal the windows with a mattress, or hide in your basement? It truly is frightening being in the middle of a tornado, but luckily in Arizona we don’t have to worry about that! But, since summer break is coming up, chances to go on vacation are coming too! So you may need to know what to do in a tornado.
The first thing you must have is a to-go bag! A to-go bag should be a lightweight bag with a plastic water bottle. An army watch and flashlight, with extra batteries should also be included. You will also need some protein, filling, long lasting food, like jerky, canned food, twinkies, ect.
Tornadoes are common events that happen all over the world, so make sure to be safe!

Artificial Intelligence
AI is an artificial intelligence that learns from humans, and is taught in order to act. It is kind of like a dog. You throw a bone and teach the dog to catch it; with AI you show it pictures of something and tell it to find similar results on the internet for you. You can also teach a dog what the difference between a bone and ball is, and you can teach a robot the same!
We use AI more than you think: Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant, and many more. AI can be used for tons of different things like fingerprint check or online shopping. Some possible dangers are that people can use it for bad, like creating inappropriate pictures, finding stuff that shouldn't be found, or creating hacking accounts. Other than the dangers, AI is a really positive creation. It helps us in many, many ways!

Middle School Science Review
Rock formations, water cycle, and the Earth's layers. All very important information, but after 1 or 4 years the details all turn into forgotten parts of middle school science. And some of the things taught explain so much about the Earth and your body. So a recap of some of the basics to remind you can be very helpful.
In rock formation, there are three types of rocks; igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. But how are the different types formed? Starting with igneous rocks, starting as lava or magma, over time they can cool and solidify. Next is sedimentary rocks; their entirety is other rocks and even pieces of dead organisms. When sediment is buried deep enough the pressure and heat cause the sediment to become compacted and confined creating sedimentary rocks. Last is metamorphic, metamorphic rocks start as other rocks. Like igneous and sedimentary. “The original rock (protolith) is subjected to temperatures greater than 150 to 200 °C (300 to 400 °F) and, often, elevated pressure of 100 megapascals (1,000 bar) or more, causing profound physical or chemical changes.”¹
The rain you see goes on the same journey over and over again. What's the name of the journey? It is the water cycle. There are four major steps; the first is the evaporation of the water. Evaporation is when water in liquid form changes into water vapor in gas form. The next step is condensation, the reverse of evaporation. Then is precipitation, which is the rain you see going back down to the Earth's surface. Last is the collection of water on Earth from many different sources of water like ground, lake, ocean, and puddle water. This cycle repeats over and over again; the water on Earth has been the same for millions of years.
All living organisms are made up of cells (the basic unit of life), but just like us, they have insides with functions to keep them going. Cells have three main parts, cell membrane, nucleus, and cytoplasm. The cell membrane is almost like the skin. It wraps around the cell controlling what goes in and out of it. This way nothing that can hurt the cell will get in. Next is the nucleus. The nucleus is inside the cell, and it holds the nucleolus as well as most of the cell's DNA. It is also where the RNA is. All parts of the cell have very important purposes and help each other in the cell's journey.
From small to big, next is the solar system as well as the stars all around it. There are only eight planets in our solar system. They are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. That's from closets to the sun to the furthest. How many moons are there in the solar system? “One moon for Earth; two for Mars; 95 at Jupiter; 146 at Saturn; 28 at Uranus; 16 at Neptune; and five for the dwarf planet Pluto.”² Next are the stars; there are different types of stars. “Stars that are in their main sequence (normal stars) are categorized by their color. The smallest stars are red and don't give off much of a glow. Medium-sized stars are yellow, like the Sun. The largest stars are blue and are hugely bright. The larger the main sequence star, the hotter and brighter they are.”³ The smaller stars are dwarf stars. Being colors red, yellow, brown, and white. Brown stars are stars that never got big enough for nuclear fusion. When a giant star collapses it creates something called neutrons.
Going back down to Earth there is a man named Alfred Wegener, also known as the “father of tectonic plates.” Alfred noticed that the coastlines of Africa and South America seemed to fit together, just like a puzzle piece. This led him to theorize that the continents had once fit together, but over time they were ripped apart by floods and earthquakes. Sadly, Alfred's idea was ridiculed by other scientists; it took fifty years for his theory to be accepted. In modern days, tons of evidence supports his ideas. For example, fossils of the same animal have been found across oceans. This leads people to believe that they were alive during the time the continents were together. Another way people refer to this is Pangea, the supercontinent before all of the modern-day continents separated. But how do tectonic plates work? The plates are moved by currents in the mantle which causes them to create mountains, valleys, and many more geographic structures. There are also different types of tectonic plates. The first is divergent (divided) plates. These plates pull away from each other, in turn creating underwater mountain ranges, and oceanic spreading ridges. Next are the convergent plates, which are the opposite of divergent. As you can guess, sliding toward each other creates mountains and volcanoes. Last are the transform plates, sliding across each other like arrows going in different directions, making strange crust deformations. When tectonic plates shift they often make big to small Earthquakes, which then make tsunamis.
The Earth is filled with different animals, different habitats, and different ways of surviving. But how do different organisms survive over time? With something called evolution, over time different animals and plants have slowly adapted (changed) to survive and keep on living. This works with why animals reproduce. A real-life example is the peppered moth. At first, the white peppered moths could blend in with the environment, this caused there to be more white moths and more white moths to reproduce and have white moth babies. But once things like bad air pollution cause the wall and tree trunks to darken, the white moths stand out against it. The black pepper moth blended in better, causing there to be more black moths and they reproduced and had black moth babies. The animals more adapted to the environment they live in will better survive and carry on the genes that help them survive over time so that species can evolve into well-equipped organisms fit for their environment.
Many interesting science facts are forgotten over time. Many say that these facts hold no purpose for us and are useless. Even though they explain so much about yourself and others around you. So reading a bit about science can be very absorbing to you.

The Truth Behind the Myth: Sugar Rushes
It’s not too far to say that we all grew up with multiple stories and sayings our parents used to tell us to keep us away from things. Sayings like “kids shouldn’t drink coffee because it will stunt your growth,” or “if you don’t go to sleep, the boogeyman will come out and get you.” And the most common saying of them all is truly, “If you eat too much candy, you’ll get a sugar high.” But as we grow up, we come to find that extra piece of cake didn’t cause us to bounce off the walls, but instead crash out on the couch even harder. And with that, it starts to make us wonder; is a “sugar high” even real? Even if it’s just a way for parents to keep kids away from another piece of chocolate, the “sugar high” is a completely scientifically unsupported myth.
Now scientifically, sugar is a substance that our bodies use for creating energy. It is carbohydrate, and although it does travel through the bloodstream faster than others, interestingly enough, eating an apple will cause the same reaction as eating a lollipop. According to experiments carried out by Griffith University in Queensland, Australia, scientists found that, “These experiments helped scientists discover that a “sugar rush” is a myth.Instead, they think people just get happy and energetic from enjoying a treat, sugary or not. So if you are at a party and feeling energetic after eating some cake, lollies and soft drink, it might be because you’re having a good time with your friends and having fun!"¹ This demonstrates just how effectively the stories we grew up with influenced our lives. In fact, the study findings later listed in the University’s article goes on to talk about how people only associate having an extra good time and more energy with candy and other sugary foods because we have subconsciously chosen to associate them with one another, and therefore also subconsciously convince our bodies to become more energetic because we recognize that sugar has entered our systems.
Although “sugar rushes” might be a clear myth, the concept of sugar crashes is actually well established and scientifically supported. Because sugar has the ability to enter our bloodstreams with the speed that it does, it also has the ability to pass through our system even faster, disrupting our daily energy levels and leaving its consumers heavier and more exhausted than before. This extreme drop in energy levels stems from eating excessive amounts of carbohydrates like sugar. In an article done by Stanford Health, “Sugar crashes generally cause us to be incredibly distracted throughout the day, which leads to a lack of productivity and concentration. Confusion, abnormal behavior, the inability to complete routine tasks and blurred vision are also common symptoms, especially for those who have diabetes. People with diabetes may experience more severe symptoms such as loss of consciousness, seizures or coma, if the crash is harsh enough, because of their increased sensitivity to inconsistent sugar levels.”² It is hard to believe that we as people still choose to consume sugar knowing just how bad it can affect us. But with the studies also found behind its well known addictive qualities, it becomes more clear as to why.
Debunking this childhood saying truly leaves us wondering; what’s next? What else isn’t true? But in the end, all we can know right now is this; no matter what you eat or how much you eat of it, there is no such thing as the “sugar rush.”

BAM!!: The Process of Story Writing
Writing a story is a creative and rewarding process that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced writer, it is important to follow certain steps to create a compelling and well-crafted story. In this article, we will outline some tips and tricks to help you write a story that will captivate your audience.
1) Start with an idea: Every story starts with an idea. It can be a simple concept or a complex plot, but it needs to be something that excites you and inspires you to write. Take some time to brainstorm ideas and jot down your thoughts in a notebook or on your computer.
2) Develop your characters: Once you have an idea, it's time to create your characters. Think about who they are, what motivates them, and how they will interact with one another. Give each character a unique personality and backstory to make them come alive on the page.
3) Create a plot: A good plot should have a beginning, middle, and end. Think about what will happen in your story and how your characters will be affected. Create a timeline of events to help you stay organized and on track.
4) Write a rough draft: Now that you have your characters and plot, it's time to start writing. Don't worry about being perfect at this stage – just get your ideas down on paper. You can always go back and revise later.
5) Revise and edit: Once you have a rough draft, it's time to revise and edit. Read through your story carefully and look for areas that need improvement. Focus on things like pacing, character development, and dialogue. Make sure your story flows smoothly from beginning to end.
6) Get feedback: It's always a good idea to get feedback from others. Share your story with friends, family, or writing groups and ask for their honest opinions. Use their feedback to make your story even better.
7) Polish and publish: Once you have revised and edited your story, it's time to polish it up and get it ready for publication. Consider hiring an editor or proofreader to help you catch any errors or inconsistencies. Then, decide how you want to share your story – whether it's through self-publishing, submitting to literary magazines, or sharing it online.
Writing a story can be a fun and rewarding experience. By following these tips and staying true to your creative vision, you can create a story that will captivate your audience and leave them wanting more. Happy writing!

Pick it Up!: The Journey of Ska
It’s the early 90’s, and you’re getting ready for school. You eat breakfast, get dressed, strap on some aggressive inline skates, and grab your walkman. But what music is playing? Well, if you were the punk with checkers, then it’s ska. See, ska blew up just as fast as it had died. About three times to be precise. Once in the 60’s, once in the late 70’s and once in the 90’s.¹ But, why did it die again? If it was so good, to be revived so many times, compared to other genres, then why keep dying?
To answer that, we have to look at Jamaica, in the early 1960s.
See, ska has origins steeped deep in Jamaican culture. It would be the music where you would put on your best shoes and dance all night. You had hits like “My Boy Lollipop” by Millie Small or The Skatillite’s “Dynamite”, drawing from the 1950s Blues and Rhythm music playing in the Southern USA to make something themselves.¹ One theory about the origin of ska is that a Jamaican musician, PrinceBuster created it during a recording session for a record label. The guitar began emphasizing the second and fourth beats in the bar, giving rise to the new sound. The drums were taken from traditional Jamaican drumming and marching styles. To create the ska beat, Prince Buster essentially flipped the R&B shuffle beat, stressing the offbeats with the help of the guitar.² There was even rivalry between Sound Systems, music producers, and DJs, where groups of people, called Rude Boys who wore black suits, fedoras, and sunglasses, would often assert dominance by going to different dance halls and ripping the needles off of opposing DJs turntables.
Since Jamaica was a British territory during this time, Jamaicans often immigrated to Britain, in search of work, bringing their records and music tastes with them.¹ Soon, since those already living in Britain liked their music and Rude Boy style, ska had a 2nd wave, called Two-Tone, which infused aspects of punk into the music, such as the vocal style and power chords. You had bands like The Specials and Madness, promoting political messages of racial unity, when racial tensions were extremely high.¹ Soon, this became the point of ska. Unity. Soon, they adopted black and white checkers, to further push for this, since you have the Nazi Skinhead movement at the time.¹ Rude Boys and Nazi punks even got into fights, increasing tension. Soon, the Skinhead movement died, and ska spread to the U.S., and exploded again.
Now, since radio technologies had improved, those on the East Coast of America could hear the broadcasts from Jamaica, and soon ska had spread to the Americas.¹ However, it had been completely underground until May 29, 1989, when Operation Ivy released it’s only studio album, “Energy”, further blending punk and ska, getting rid of it’s clean nature, replacing it with distortion and fast tempos.² Soon, bands like The Refreshments, No Doubt, Less than Jake and Real Big Fish formed, and ska started to resurface.¹ Soon ska exploded once again. It was used in films, and MTV (When they actually had style and played music). You had shows almost every night. Then it crashed. Soon, it lost any edge. Bands like The Aquabats formed. It became extremely childish. It was ruined, and because at the time there was so much money in it, there were bands forming everywhere. It became extremely bloated. There was a show every night, killing it because it became TOO much.
Then it died.
However, now is a weird time for ska. New ska bands like The Interrupters started, and reached the top charts, with songs like “She’s Kerosene”.³ Publishers have been wondering if ska is going to resurface.
Now, you might wonder why I’ve been writing so much about ska, and here’s why. I’m going to ask you to do something. Pick it up. Pick up a trumpet. Pick up a guitar. Pick up some drumsticks. Pick up from where they left off. Start listening to their music. Maybe even form your own band, and live by the core of ska, unity. Don’t think you can’t be angry and have fun. And maybe, just maybe, we can go multi-tone. We could not only promote racial unity, by gender and sexuality unity as well.
Let’s go muli-tone.

Amal Unbound
Amal Unbound is about a twelve year old girl, Amal, working for her freedom. She has to face many obstacles and challenges. Throughout the book, there are three main obstacles that I will talk about; Her mother having a baby, and having to quit school, Enslaved by talking back in a rude manner to a master, and working her way towards freedom by solving a murder.
First Amal has to face her first challenge; quitting school and helping her family. Her sickly other has a baby girl so Amal has to quit school and take her mothers place in the family. All that at only twelve years old! Amal is crushed when her father says, “I’m sorry Amal, but this is how it has to be now. You're the eldest daughter. Your place is here.” Out of her school life into a new one.
The second challenge for Amal is when she is arguing with a powerful landlord. She was hit by the the terrifying landlord’s car. Amal later remembers how she felt “at that moment before my world changed” (48). Amal’s family is already in debt to said landlord and she wonders if she could even see her family again. She is taken away from everything she knew; her sugar cane fields, the roads, her family, her friends, and her old life.
Amal doesn't give up at all, even after she learns she might never leave the horrid Khan Family Estate. There is little hope in others, but that doesn't bring her down. There was an unsolved mystery, a light in the dark for Amal. “He and Jawad Sahib were powerful and mean-spirited men. But maybe, just maybe, even they weren’t invincible” (199). A chance to gain her freedom suddenly appears, he had killed someone and she knew his secret. She told Asif, a kind man who was her teacher at the learning center, everything. Because Asif’s father is a lawyer, Amal saved everyone from the evil Khan Family Estate.
“If I thought nothing would change, nothing ever would” (193). Even though Amal's life is very difficult she never stopped trying, so why should anybody? Things don't just happen, people need to work, and do everything they can! If Amal didn’t keep trying to gain her freedom, then where would she be? She would still be working for the Khan family living miserably.

Helpful Sleeping Habits
So many kids go to school with so little sleep they can’t seem to function. Leading to low grades and annoyed teachers. Even teenagers who get eight hours of sleep still feel exhausted and they don’t know why. That’s what I am here to tell you, the best sleeping habits to ensure the most fulfilling amount of sleep.
The most important thing about sleep is how much you get. The average teenager needs 8 to 10 hours of sleep per day. “Sleep is as important for good health as diet and exercise. Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health. Not getting enough quality sleep regularly raises the risk of many diseases and disorders. These range from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia,” News in Health said.¹ Of course getting enough sleep is not as easy said as done. The most common sleep disorder is Insomnia. “Women are more likely to have insomnia than men. Possible risk factors may include: shift workers, who don't have consistent sleep schedules, changes in sleep patterns and health with older age, people who have a history of depression, people who don't get much physical activity,” John Hopkins Medical said.²
Not only is how much sleep you get important but also the quality of the sleep. There are some easy things you can do to get a higher quality of sleep, such as adjusting the room temperature and the position you sleep in. “Tonight, before you head to bed, check your thermostat. Set it somewhere between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. People sleep better in that temperature range,” Web MD said.³ Having a mattress that reflects heat can also stop you from getting the best sleep you can. The position you sleep in can also affect your quality of sleep. “There's a host of evidence overall suggesting that probably sleeping on the side is better," says Dr. Virend Somers, a cardiologist and director of the sleep facility within Mayo Clinic's Center for Clinical and Translational Science. Side sleeping helps prevent the airway from collapsing and can reduce snoring. "And so, all in all, sleeping on the side — perhaps with their head slightly elevated as long as that's comfortable — is a good way to sleep," says Dr. Krahn.” Mayo Clinic Minute stated.⁴
When preparing to go to sleep, it is best to put away phones and electronics at least an hour before. It will also benefit you to sleep in a colder temperature and go to sleep at a consistent time.

Banned Books
To Kill A Mockingbird
When: 1966
Where: Virginia
Why: Here at Gilbert High School, every freshman has read the classic literary novel, To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. But what most don’t realize, is that this novel has been banned in many states across the country. The most notably in Virginia when a school board banned the book for its “immoral” depiction of rape. Forty years later, a California school district forbade teaching “Mockingbird” after parents alleged it was racist for its use of the n-word and portrayal of Black people.¹ This book is also notably banned or restricted from being used for teaching in California, Navida, and Texas.
Dead Poets Society
When: 2016
Where: Illinois
Why: Written by Tom Schulman, Dead Poets Society was originally a film, but quickly developed into a book, and really pissed off some local Illinois pastors. This instant classic is set in 1959, where a young English teacher helps a group of teenage boys in a strict boarding school learn to be themselves and challenge society's standards through his teachings of poetry. Despite a complaint by a local pastor who found the book “disturbing, very close to a strong, mild pornography… To me that book represents a [disrespectful attitude toward] parents and their judgments. It shows rebellion towards teachers, and has graphic immoral areas.” Set at the conservative and aristocratic Welton Academy in the northeastern United States in 1959, it tells the story of an English teacher who inspires his students through his teaching of poetry.²
The Color Purple
When: 1984-2013
Where: Florida & Texas
Why: Alice Walker’s, The Color Purple is probably the most challenged and banned book since its debut in 1982. As The Banned Books Project points out, there have been “different reasons for the book being banned, including religious objections, homosexuality, violence, African history, rape, incest, drug abuse, explicit language, and sexual scenes.” The bans and challenges to The Color Purple, as we know, have nothing to do with the actual content of the novel. These bans and challenges arise from the fear that The Color Purple and other works hold a mirror up to those who attempt to ban the book.³
Harry Potter
When: 2001-2004
Where: United Arab Emirates & Tennessee
Why: The first Harry Potter book was released in 1997 by author JK Rowling. The series was an instant success that led to six more books and eight movies, not without backlash though. “Though loved by many worldwide, the Harry Potter series has not gone without challenge and criticism. Depictions of witchcraft are the primary reason for the challenges. While many readers view the series as a family-friendly series, some religious critics have accused the books of containing content that could encourage curiosity about or even the practice of witchcraft.”⁴ Even after Rowling put down these rumors, many still believe she is using these books to recruit followers. Much like ‘Dumbledore's Army.’

The Dangers of Social Media
In our world today, we have a lot of issues. It’s not something we can hide: the water levels rising, rising climates, forests dying. It's even more than I could count. But a problem I see daily is social media. I don't really “use” social media, other than YouTube. It’s really crazy to see the things people post about on their social media: how many subscribers/followers you have, how many likes you have. Even just fighting for no reason. Social media is a place where anyone can be whatever they want, yes, whatever. Some people choose to be big meanies, or be fake, literally anything. When I go on social media I see a lot of people saying how amazing their lives are, “I just went to this awesome restaurant so easily!” In reality, they probably spent at least an hour on the waiting list just to get in. People may not be telling the truth on the internet, they might just be faking to gain popularity. People can also see people posting normal things and bully them. For example, a girl, let's call her Sasha, posts a video of her in her outfit for a concert. Someone could easily go in the comments and say something incredibly rude like, “Your ears are so big.” This could easily hurt Sasha’s feelings and make her think she doesn't deserve to go to that concert. If you ask me I think you should be extremely careful of what you say and believe on social media. You never know what is true or not, and whether people will be kind or not.

Is Jurassic Park Possible?
The instant movie classic Jurassic Park was released in 1993 and was directed by Steven Spielberg. The movie opens with two paleontologists deciding to take a look at an amusement park that has real life dinosaurs. After not even visiting for a day, everything goes horribly wrong.
In the movie, scientists recreate dinosaurs by using mosquitoes who stung the dinosaurs when they were still alive. The mosquitoes landed on trees and got in the tree sap, solidifying into a rock. The scientists would then proceed to extract the DNA in the blood from the mosquitoes. The only problems the scientists faced would be filling in the gaps in the DNA, so they used the DNA of frogs to fill in the gaps. And viola! They made dinosaurs! They even made sure that the dinos could not reproduce by making them all girls.
Now the answer to the question is, could this actually happen?
Back in 1999, when the movie was made, it seemed like it! “Newsweek ran an article attesting to the scientific plausibility of Jurassic Park, pointing to the fact that – during filming – two Berkeley scientists announced that they had cloned 40m-year-old bee DNA after finding the insect preserved in amber,” The Guardian said.¹ But the problems begin there. To replicate a dinosaur's genome you would need billions of base pairs. But no mosquito harvested would have more than 250. And one more tiny problem with Jurassic Park: no one has ever found any dinosaur DNA. “Scientists know that DNA degrades over time, and the oldest DNA ever found is about a million years old. The dinosaur DNA you need would have had to survive around 65m years,” The Guardian said.¹ Meaning it is almost impossible to find viable dino DNA.
Recreating dinosaurs like in Spielberg's Jurassic Park is almost completely impossible. And that might just be a good thing seeing how the last five movies have turned humans into dinosaur snacks. Although it would still be really cool to see a Velociraptor on your way to school.
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