How A NASA Experiment Might Have Destroyed Life On Mars
Researchers have been looking for life on Mars for a long time, and they might have found it on one occasion, only to destroy it at the same time.
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The Smelly Truth About Uranus
While space harbors plenty of mysteries, it turns out that Uranus' smell isn't one of them. Here's the explanation for why it's so uniquely stinky.
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What Science Has To Say About Why People Don't Return Their Shopping Carts
No grocery store would be complete without carts left abandoned in the parking lot. But do those carts actually say something about the people who left them?
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Why Some Birds Fly South For The Winter
People in northern climates are familiar with flocks of birds flying south in the winter, but why do they do it, and why don't they just stay where it's warm?
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Why A Worm Regrows After It Gets Cut In Half
Some worms have the uncanny ability to regrow after being cut in half, and the science behind it, as well as notable examples, can be surprisingly complicated.
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Earth's Oldest Living Organism May Not Be What You Think
Some organisms can outlive humans by hundreds or even thousands of years, and the contender for Earth's oldest living thing may not be your first guess.
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If You Always Thought Your Parents Favored Your Sibling, You Were Probably Right
Thought parents will always say that they don't have a favorite child, research might actually indicate otherwise, with favoritism usually following patterns.
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Earth Won't Have Five Oceans Forever (The Sixth Is Already Forming)
Earth's five oceans were formed by the constant movement of tectonic plates beneath us, and the same process is already forming a sixth ocean in East Africa.
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Rock Painting Shows Indigenous Africans Beat Paleontologists To A New Discovery
While scientists have long puzzled over fossils, the discovery of this cave painting might forever change the perception of paleontology as a field.
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Norway's Mysterious Well-Man Explained
While myths often seem to be works of fiction, sometimes, the line separating them from history begins to blur, as is the case with Norway's Well-Man.
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Everything You Should Know About The Rare T Coronae Borealis Nova Event
Looking to the stars has long provided a sense of wonder, but soon, a very rare event will light up the night sky. Here's what you need to know about it.
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The 7 Most Unusual Facts About California Redwoods
Towering hundreds of feet high, the Californian redwoods are a stunning natural wonder. Aside from their size, there are some unusual facts about these trees.
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What It Means When You Can Smell Rain Before It Happens
If you've ever wondered what that distinctive smell is before a rain shower, not only does it have a name, but it also has a solid scientific explanation.
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An Iconic Cartoon Character Bears Some Of The Blame For California's Devastating Wildfires
For decades, Smokey Bear has been teaching us about the dangers of wildfires, but some of that advice may be to blame for California's devastating wildfires.
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The Real Reasons Every Year Seems Faster As We Age
Have you ever thought about how time seems to pass more quickly than it did when you were a kid? As it turns out, there's a scientific reason for that feeling.
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Your Mood Ring Color Doesn't Mean What You Think
Mood rings are quite the fun novelty item, but there's a lot more science involved with their color-changing capacity than you might expect.
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7 Discoveries That Revolutionized Science In 2024
There are always new scientific discoveries being made every year, and 2024 was no different in that regard. Here are some of the most revolutionary.
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An Unassuming Rock Found In Indiana Proves There Was Water On Mars
Scientists have studied the existence of water on Mars for over a century. A little black rock found in Indiana proved the red planet did have water.
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California Is Home To The Hottest Place On Earth
It would take more than sunscreen to survive the hottest place on Earth, located right in California. Here’s its record-setting temperature and why it’s so hot.
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The Big Change To Earth's Atmosphere That's Causing Extreme Weather
Extreme weather is an increasingly common problem around the world, and changes to this atmospheric phenomenon could just make things even worse.
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5 Invasive Species That Are Wreaking Havoc In California
Invasive species have the ability to damage ecosystems, and that's especially true in California, where these five species threaten the state's biodiversity.
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Silicon Vs. Silicone: How Each Material Is Used
Scientific terms can sometimes look frustratingly similar, as is the case for silicon and silicone. But the two materials are very different, and this is how.
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The Truth About Gut Feelings And When You Should Trust Them
Everyone is familiar with gut feelings, the mysterious sensation of intrinsically knowing something. But gut feelings aren't as mysterious as they might seem.
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Why It's Impossible For A Moon To Be Bigger Than Its Planet
Few moons are as large as Earth's in relation to their planet. While it's impossible for a moon to be bigger than its planet, they can get quite close.
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Here's What Soil Is Made Of And How It's Formed
The soil beneath our feet may look dull, but it is essential to all life on the planet. You might be amazed at what soil is made of and how it got there.
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How Long Tortoises Live And 5 Animals That Live Longer
Humans live long lives for land mammals, but tortoises can outdo us by decades. Yet some other animals, such as sponges and jellyfish, can live far, far longer.
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The Sun's Death Won't Be An Explosion. It Will Be Much, Much Slower
The sun has been our source of energy for billions of years. While some wonder if it will eventually explode, it won't, but its death will be much slower.
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