The James Webb Space Telescope just revealed the true scale of the universe and it is more terrifying than anyone imagined. Twenty-five thousand galaxies in a patch of sky the size of a grain of sand.
This was fascinating! The most disturbing part is that we will never know the answers to many of the questions we have. We don't have the knowledge, intellectual capacity, or the longevity of both self and species to have any hope of finding the answers.
The universe is unknowably vast and ancient, so it is a comfort to know that we managed to coexist with Twinkies. And some physicists theorize that other intelligent species must also have achieved Twinkies. This is a comforting thought.
I knew the JWST was a different level of technology than I was familiar with when it took such a length of time to get into position and unfold into its receptive posture. And the way it was tested after it was in place... what a machine, what planning! There should be a Nobel Prize for Engineering -- make this its first recipient.
If you think the scale of the universe is terrifying, try imagining the scale of what it’s expanding into
We use cookies, device fingerprinting and cross-device tracking to personalise content, serve targeted advertising, and analyse how you use our site across your devices. By clicking Accept all you consent to the use of these tracking technologies. Your data may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you personalised ads on other sites.
Privacy policy
Comments (20)
Daily Junction discussion mixed with clearly attributed comments from the original video provider.
Join in — free. Comments on Daily Junction are for members, so real names stay rare and bots stay out.
One field. We email you a 6-digit code — no password needed. Your comment is kept while you do it.
Under 13? You’ll need a parent’s OK first — it takes them one click.
YouTube scientists: That is terrifying!
Atoms: Exist
I have a life to live.