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Archive for December 2003

December 1, 2003

 

Hand Gestures

What role do hand gestures play in regular conversation? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 2, 2003

 

Male Zeus Bugs Get a Free Ride

Male Zeus bugs get a free ride, literally! Learn about the male-female relationship of the Zeus bug on this Moment of Science.

December 2, 2003

 

Variety in Diet

A boring diet might be a way to loose weight? "Variety in Diet" on this Moment of Science.

December 3, 2003

 

Do Bacteria Build Resistance to Antibiotic Ointments?

Since bacteria can build resistance to antibiotics, is it wise to use antibiotic ointments? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 4, 2003

 

Drugs Built into Lenses

Learn about the drugs put into contact lenses on this Moment of Science.

December 9, 2003

 

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Sea Wasps: The Deadliest Known Creature

What is the deadliest known creature? It's the sea wasp!

December 9, 2003

 

Frog Serenade

Have you ever wondered why we describe the sound a frog makes as "ribbit"? Chances are, you've never heard a frog actually say "ribbit." Why is that?

December 9, 2003

 

The Sniffing Brain

Learn about the sniffing brain on this Moment of Science.

December 11, 2003

 

Music and Verbal Memory

Does music enhance memory and verbal ability? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 11, 2003

 

What’s a Fly Doing in Antarctica?

What's a fly doing in Antarctica? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 12, 2003

 

Prostate Problems

Do you have prostate problems? Learn about ways to combat prostate cancer on this Moment of Science.

December 16, 2003

 

Chirp It Up

Learn how human behavior is subtly altering the behavior of other species. "Chirp it Up" on this Moment of Science.

December 16, 2003

 

Popping Ears

Why do ears pop when traveling by plane? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 22, 2003

 

Ant Attack!

Learn about the dangerous lives of sweat bees on this Moment of Science.

December 22, 2003

 

Are You Looking at Me?

Learn about the importance and effects of eye contact on this Moment of Science.

December 22, 2003

 

Emotions and the Common Cold

Does your mood effect your physical ability to fight the common cold? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 22, 2003

 

Drought

Why do droughts occur? Find out the causes and grueling effects of these meteorological events on this Moment of Science.

December 23, 2003

 

Digestion and Migration

If you thought birds were amazing before, wait until you hear what they put their bodies through in order to migrate.

December 23, 2003

 

Nightcap

Nightcaps may indeed help you fall asleep faster, but it's going to hurt your quality of sleep. Learn more on this Moment of Science.

December 23, 2003

 

What is Air?

What does air actually consist of? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 23, 2003

 

What Makes Hybrid Cars So Efficient?

Ever wonder why hybrid cars are so efficient? Find out on this Moment of Science.

December 29, 2003

 

Fatherless Honeybees

How can male honeybees exist without fathers? Find out on this Moment of Science: "Fatherless Honeybees".

December 29, 2003

 

Nature’s Helicopters

Learn about one of nature's coolest animals of all time on this Moment of Science: "Nature's Helicopter".

December 29, 2003

 

Matching Tempos

Do we match our speed of talking to those around us? Find out on this Moment of Science: "Matching Tempos".

December 29, 2003

 

One Step Closer to Living Longer

Lot's of people want to live longer. Find out the key to longevity on this Moment of Science.

December 29, 2003

 

Ferocious Fish

What's the most ferocious aquatic creature? The answer may surprise you. "Ferocious Fish" on this Moment of Science.

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