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The tale of physics’ most famous cat is one that is familiar to many, but what is the inside story of the feline so demanding it requires its own Universe, and how does it illustrate the 'weirdness' of the quantum world?
Have you ever stopped to wonder where black pepper, vanilla, and cloves come from?
It's sustainable and surprisingly versatile!
Nature hates a vaccuum -- so why do we have one?
They are tasty, nutritious, and hardy to boot.
All life likes to party.
The blessing and the curse of plastic.
This technique is currently our key to the past.
Differences in air pressure are what drives the formation of wind. But, ultimately, the wind is caused by the Sun.
What's all the buzz?
What do primates, birds, bees, and butterflies have in common? They all use medicine -- it's more common than you think.
Exploring the fascinating origins and meanings behind some of the most iconic dinosaur names.
It's real, it's dangerous, but some people want to make it seem like a joke.
Here’s to some truly impressive headgear!
Its name shares a root with the Latin word 'spumam' ('foam').
There's more to these amazing prehistoric animals than their long canine teeth.
Whiskers allow dogs to "see" things that are literally under their noses.
This humble plant has a long history, and an even longer list of uses.
Back in the 1970s, both the oil and the coal industry were well aware of the effects burning fossil fuels has on the atmosphere. But, despite knowing that their activities are causing global warming, they didn’t tell the world — instead, they launched a campaign to sow doubts about the veracity of climate change, a […]
They are in the atmosphere and have an influence on the energy balance of the planet
MPAs can help protect marine and coastal biodiversity
I'd fall apart without it.
The inner workings of a bird's sex life.
Can you tell the difference between a frog and a toad?
Diversity, 100% biological.
It's one of the most important treaties in modern history.
The cold hard facts about ice ages.
Wonder why your room is full of moths in the summer?
A total of 1.3 million species have so far been identified but many more live on the planet.
The differences are too many to say all at once.
There are a lot of elements that come together to 'make it rain'. Both in nature and in the club.
These may be our hidden weapon against antibiotic resistance in the near future.
The Earth's great recycle bin.
RNA is often thought to potentially be responsible for forming all life.
The naked mole-rat is perhaps one of the most bizarre beasts on the planet.
Don't let your boss find out, but in a physical sense, energy is defined as the ability to do work.
...because it can't get a tan.
I mean... 'cause they're awesome.
Let's take a look at this pretty unique substance which permeates our bodies.
There are a few key differences!
Meet the incredible lyrebird from Australia. And you thought parrots were cool....
It's a surprisingly-old story.
It's all in the tilt.
Nature always finds a way.
These are two of the most spectacular phenomena you can observe -- and they can be intertwined.
Seismic waves can either be body waves or surface waves -- but the full story is far more complex.
If you think you don’t have viruses, think again.
It's not about the fight, it's about what leads to the fight.
If you live with a dog you just know when it’s happy or miserable, don’t you?
The only thing flat earthers fear is sphere itself!
