Daily Devotional \u2013 May 2<\/p>\n
Biology<\/p>\n
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What is faster than a speeding bullet, can break aquarium glass with a single punch, and draw blood from a human finger? A five-inch peacock mantis shrimp.<\/p>\n
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In the wild, peacock mantis shrimp eat foods such as clams, snails, and crabs - all of which have tough shells. With one swift knock-out punch, reaching the speed of a 22-caliber bullet, the shrimp shatters these shells and has a tasty lunch. How did the peacock mantis shrimp\u2019s \u201cclub\u201d become so powerful that it can even shatter aquarium glass? It\u2019s all in the design.<\/p>\n
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The \u201cclub\u201d has three layers. The outer layer is rich with minerals; the middle layer is composed of chitin with minerals dispersed within it; the inner layer has chitin fibers oriented in the opposite direction. The \u201cclub\u201d is lightweight, stiff, tough, shock-resistant, and impact-tolerant. Today, researchers are studying the peacock mantis shrimp\u2019s \u201cclub\u201d in an effort to develop better body armor for soldiers. These scientists recognize a good \u201cknock-out punch\u201d when they see it! Let\u2019s hope they also recognize the designer, Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n
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For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord,...<\/p>\n
~ Habakkuk 2:14<\/p>\n
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Source: \"Pearls in Paradise\" by authors Bruce Malone and Jule Von Vett<\/p>\n