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What Kind of X is This? refers to a series of TikTok videos in which a male, AI-generated voice asks a question, using the aforementioned snowclone, …
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Viral Video Misidentifies "Stones": Fact-Checking the Fanciful Claims
A recent viral video has captivated online audiences by presenting various natural and man-made objects, humorously misidentifying them as unusual types of "stones." While entertaining, the video's claims are entirely inaccurate. The video opens with a large, naturally balanced rock, which the narrator jokingly calls a "bullfighting stone." In reality, such formations are often the result of geological processes like erosion. Another segment features an individual consuming a white substance, which is identified as "montmorillonite." Montmorillonite is a type of clay mineral, and while some clays are consumed for medicinal or cultural purposes, the video's context is clearly not educational. Further into the video, a coiled black object is labeled a "pictogram." This object appears to be a piece of discarded material, possibly rubber or plastic, rather than an ancient form of writing. A large yellow slab, shown being excavated, is then split to reveal a striking green interior, and is simply called a "yellow stone." This object is likely a type of mineral or rock, possibly jade or a similar green-veined stone, but the generic description lacks scientific accuracy. Finally, a vibrant, iridescent mineral, resembling an opal, is presented and falsely identified as a "meteor stone." While meteorites exist, this particular specimen's appearance strongly suggests it is a terrestrial mineral known for its play of color, such as an opal, rather than an extraterrestrial rock. Experts caution viewers to be critical of information presented in short-form online videos, especially when it pertains to scientific or geological topics, as such content often prioritizes entertainment over factual accuracy.
