New Clues to the Structure of the Universe

The video discusses the New Horizons mission's findings on Pluto, focusing on the formation of Sputnik Planitia and its impact on Pluto's rotation through true polar wander. It also covers the discovery of the brightest fast radio burst, FRB 150807, and its potential to reveal the universe's structure. The video concludes with a call to support SciShow on Patreon.

What significant discovery was made about Sputnik Planitia during the New Horizons mission?

Explain the concept of true polar wander as it relates to Pluto.

How did the formation of Sputnik Planitia affect Pluto's mass distribution?

Discuss the challenges researchers face in understanding the origins of fast radio bursts.

What is the significance of the fast radio burst FRB 150807 in astronomical research?