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Researchers used powerful X-rays to take a molecular look at how the Kaiser-i-Researchers used powerful X-rays to take a molecular look at how the Kaiser-i-When you look very close up at a butterfly wing, you can see this patchwork map of lattices with slightly different orientations (colors added to illustrate the domains). Scientists think this structure helps create the brilliant “sparkle” of the wings.