A Moment of Science
Why doesn't the flame just continue to burn underneath the bell, no matter how flat you crush it? The answer is air.
What's the best thing about having a rocket-powered car? If you go fast enough, the red lights look green!
Nowadays everybody knows there are nine planets in our solar system, but that information was hard won.
Let's discuss a phenomenon known as batesian mimicry and its contribution to the development of evolutionary theory.
Batesian mimicry, is the process by which a palatable animal or plant species evolves to mimic an unpalatable animal or plant.
This goo is called mucilage. It's the stuff that enables the living plant to store water. In tests, the mucilage proves capable of removing even arsenic.
What do you think about the idea that some of your behaviors may be naturally selected through the process of evolution?
Many studies are done on ant behavior, but these amazing Amazonian ants are especially tricky.
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