Life on Earth isn't just about animals, plants, and insects. There's an entire microscopic world of bacteria and viruses all around us—and inside us too!

In this seventeenth episode of the Did You Know series, Amish Tripathi takes you on a fascinating journey into the unseen universe of bacteria and viruses. From their ancient origins to their role in shaping life on Earth, this episode reveals surprising facts about these invisible but mighty creatures.

Did you know that bacteria outnumber humans by trillions, and some have even survived in extreme environments like boiling geysers and deep underground? What if we told you that you're more bacteria than human?

Discover the life-changing impact of bacteria like Cyanobacteria, the first organisms to pump oxygen into the air, making life as we know it possible. And viruses? Not all of them are harmful! Some help fight bacteria and even contributed to our evolution.

Don’t miss this mind-blowing exploration of the microscopic world that’s always with us, shaping our past, present, and future.

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In this episode of the Did You Know series with Amish Tripathi, we explore one of the most astonishing truths of our planet—that the very continents we live on are constantly moving.

Did you know that the east coast of South America fits perfectly with the west coast of Africa—almost like a jigsaw puzzle? Or that India was once a part of Africa and drifted thousands of kilometres to crash into Asia, giving rise to the Himalayas?

From the forgotten genius of Alfred Wegener, who first proposed the idea of continental drift, to the brilliant Marie Tharp, whose maps of the ocean floor revealed the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, this episode uncovers how our planet has reshaped itself over hundreds of millions of years. We also look ahead to the future—where tectonic forces could split Africa in two and give birth to a brand-new ocean.

Whether you’re a geography geek, a science lover, or just someone who’s ever stared at a world map in wonder—this episode will change the way you look at Earth forever.

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REFERENCES:

1. "Plate Tectonics: Continental Drift and Mountain Building" by Wolfgang Frisch, Martin Meschede, and Ronald C. Blakey. This textbook explains how mountains are formed, reconstructs Earth's paleogeography, and discusses the fit between South America and Africa.

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1. "The Continental Drift Controversy" by Henry R. Frankel. This comprehensive four-volume work delves into the historical and scientific debates surrounding continental drift and the development of plate tectonics theory.

2. "Plate Tectonics and Great Earthquakes" by Lynn R. Sykes. This book provides firsthand accounts of the development of plate tectonics and its relation to seismic activity, offering insights into Earth's dynamic crust.

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1. "Mysteries of the Deep: How Seafloor Drilling Expeditions Revolutionized Our Understanding of Earth" by Walter H. F. Smith. This book discusses the transition from continental drift to plate tectonics, highlighting key scientific discoveries that reshaped our understanding of Earth's geology.

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1. "Plate Tectonics: History of the Revolution in Earth Sciences" by Naomi Oreskes. This work explores the historical development of plate tectonics theory, including Harry Hess's proposal of seafloor spreading and mantle convection.

In this episode of the Did You Know series with Amish Tripathi, we take you on a thrilling journey across India—tracing real-world locations mentioned in the Mahabharata, one of the greatest epics of all time.

Did you know that Hastinapur, the capital of the Kuru dynasty, still exists near modern-day Meerut? Or that Indraprastha, the Pandavas' grand palace city, is believed to be where Delhi’s Purana Qila now stands? From Gandhara in present-day Afghanistan to Panchala in UP, and even ancient kingdoms stretching into Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan, every corner of Bharatvarsha holds echoes of the Mahabharata.

Discover where Draupadi was born, where Shakuni’s dice changed history, where Arjuna meditated, and where the great war of Kurukshetra took place. This is not just a legend—it’s living history, written into the very soil of India.

Whether you’re a history buff, a Mahabharata lover, or just curious about India’s cultural roots—this episode will open your eyes to how deeply the epic is embedded in our land.

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