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I, For One, Welcome Our Neutrino Overlords

Discover why a self-conscious elementary particle isn't so scary, as explained in this intriguing article. Click to learn more!

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Wouldn't you be just a tiny bit worried if you saw this trundling down your street?

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Bee at Backreaction explains why it's not so scary, unless you're an elementary particle who is self-conscious about your weight. There's a movie, too.

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