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The Wow! Signal was an exceptionally strong radio burst. It appeared for only 72 seconds. This documented paradox synthesized for The Wow! Signal: The Enigmatic Radio Burst from Deep Space.
Jerry Ehman found the signal on a computer printout. It showed a powerful, narrow spike. Verified measurements and scientific proof underpin this discovery.
Its narrow bandwidth suggests an artificial source. Natural sources typically broadcast widely. How this extraordinary phenomenon operates in reality remains unknown.
The signal's origin is still debated. It fuels hope for discovering alien life. Broader implications for human understanding are immense.