"Wow!" Signal: An Unsolved Mystery Of Cosmos
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5 July 2024
The "Wow!" signal was detected on August 15, 1977, by Ohio State University's Big Ear Radio Telescope
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Astronomer Jerry Ehman discovered the signal and famously wrote "Wow!" on the printout
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The signal lasted for 72 seconds and originated from the direction of the constellation Sagittarius
Despite numerous attempts, the "Wow!" signal has never been detected again
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Some theories suggest it was a natural cosmic event or extra-terrestrial interference
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A recent hypothesis posits that the signal could have been caused by a hydrogen cloud from comets 266P/Christensen and P/2008 Y2
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The "Wow!" signal is considered one of the best candidates for an alien radio transmission
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It has inspired cultural references, including its integration into Netflix's '3 Body Problem' series
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The signal continues to intrigue scientists and the public, fuelling ongoing research and debate
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Until a repeat signal is found or a definitive explanation is provided, the "Wow!" signal remains an unsolved mystery
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