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Archive for November 2010

November 1, 2010

 

A rain forest with many lush, green trees

Why Is Rain Forest Soil So Poor After Trees Are Cut Down

Rain forests are full of abundant vegetation and life. So, why does the soil change when the trees are cut down?

November 2, 2010

 

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Female Guppy Fish Love Risk Takers

Hey women! Are you more likely to date a risk-taker? Scientists have learned that guppy fish do the same thing!

November 3, 2010

 

Close up picture of Caulerpa lentillifera

Caulerpa: The Fascinating Single-Celled Organism

Do you remember studying single-cell organisms under the microscope? They may have seemed like boring blobs... but, they are nothing compared to Caulerpa!

November 4, 2010

 

A pan with boiling water on the stove

Cooking Question: When Is Water Actually Boiling?

You are heating up water and see bubbles form on the bottom of the pan. Is the water considered to be boiling?

November 5, 2010

 

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Quit Smoking In A Positive Way

Could being positive towards someone who is trying to quit smoking help them succeed? Check out this new smoking study!

November 8, 2010

 

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How Do You Get Rid Of Bedbugs?

Bedbugs have been in the news a lot recently. What do you do if you find bedbugs in your home?

November 9, 2010

 

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Nanotubes, Solar Cells, And Renewable Energy

Solar panels can only capture so much sunlight and produce a limited amount of electricity. What are the other options for sustainable energy?

November 10, 2010

 

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How To Lie With Statistics

Want to learn how to fool someone using statistics?

November 11, 2010

 

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Cats On The Prowl

Why does your cat get up and leave the room only to return a short while later?

November 12, 2010

 

Corner of a room

Visual Systems, Binocular Vision, And Wall Color

Why does the corner of the room, where two walls and the ceiling meet seem to show two different wall colors?

November 15, 2010

 

sliced bread

What Happens To Bread In The Oven?

Where does the water go when you put bread in the oven?

November 16, 2010

 

freshly sliced bread

How To Keep Bread Fresh

How do you keep bread fresh? Does it go on the shelf or in the fridge?

November 17, 2010

 

woman runnning on the beach

Why Does Sweat Taste Salty?

If you have ever been outside on a hot day or gone for a long run you know that sweat is salty.

November 18, 2010

 

snowman in winter

What Happens To Your Body During Frostbite?

What is frostbite and why is it so dangerous to your body?

November 19, 2010

 

a city with the moon above it

The Dark Side Of The Moon Does Not Exist!

There is no place on the moon that is completely dark. Learn why!

November 22, 2010

 

a deforesed area of land

Saving Trees Can Help Prevent Malaria

Deforestation is a huge problem for the environment and disease control.

November 23, 2010

 

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Exercise And Healthy Eating Can Sometimes Lead To Weight Gain

Dieting and exercise only go so far in the weight loss battle.

November 24, 2010

 

Many multi-colored drinking straws

How Do Drinking Straws Work?

How does a straw work? And would a straw work in space?

November 25, 2010

 

A dog lying on the floor with it's nose in focus

What Happens When You Smell?

Why does our body sniff rather than smell things?

November 26, 2010

 

5 jars of freshly made maple syrup

Sweet Sap: What Exactly Is Maple Syrup?

Why do sugar maple trees produce sweet sap?

November 29, 2010

 

Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier And Its Strange Lava

There's a mystery happening along the slopes of Mount Rainier in Washington State.

November 30, 2010

 

A close up view of the inside of Mount Rainier

Ice, Lava, Geology, And Mount Rainier

What happened to the lava at Mount Rainier? Why is the story so unusual?

November 1, 2010

 

A Vote sign with an arrow pointing to where people should go vote

Why Do Political Attack Ads Work?

People often complain that political attack ads are unfair and mean but the truth is... they work.

November 1, 2010

 

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Are Your Political Views Genetic?

A new study suggests that a 'liberal gene' may have a role in determining your political views!

November 3, 2010

 

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What Causes The Ringing In Your Ears?

Well, for one thing, the problem goes deeper than just your ears.

November 5, 2010

 

man and women talking at a table

Do You Have A Poker Face?

Are you a strategic deceiver or a conservative when it comes to making bids?

November 9, 2010

 

kitten

How To Grow Your Own Catnip

Catnip is a great treat for your favorite cat. The best news is that catnip is easy to grow!

November 10, 2010

 

service dog

“No Duh” Science Moment: Pets are Good for Us!

Scientific studies tell us what common sense already has: our pets can actually improve our health and state of mind.

November 11, 2010

 

Cigarettes in ash

Cigarette Packages To Get Gory

Cigarette packages are about to become more graphic.

November 12, 2010

 

Man holding cocoa beans

Chocolate May Soon Be Out Of Your Price Range

Say it ain't so! Chocolate could become as expensive as caviar!

November 14, 2010

 

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Putting Calories on the Menu

Will people eat less if restaurants display calories on the menu?

November 15, 2010

 

sustainability

Top 5 Challenges of Sustainability

Scientists have come up with the five major goals for sustaining our planet. Is the world up to the challenge?

November 17, 2010

 

heartbreak

Heartbeats Reveal Heartbreak

Is it really true that you can die of a broken heart?

November 18, 2010

 

Bins of assorted sugary candy

Top 5 Candy Myths

Do Equal packets cause cancer? Are green M&Ms an aphrodisiac? Learn the truth behind candy!

November 21, 2010

 

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Why Did the Deer Cross the Road?

As you are making your Thanksgiving driving over the river and through the woods, be sure to keep clear of the deer!

November 22, 2010

 

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Cranberries: Pack a Punch of Antioxidants

Here is one item on the Thanksgiving menu that you can indulge in guilt-free!

November 23, 2010

 

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A Moment Of Science Tackles Thanksgiving

Check out these cool Thanksgiving related posts!

November 24, 2010

 

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Eat, Exercise and Be Merry

Writing down what you are thankful for may give you that extra boost you need to hit the gym.

November 25, 2010

 

a turkey drumstick on a white plate

Myth: Turkey Makes You Sleepy On Thanksgiving

Do you get sleepy on Thanksgiving and blame the turkey? Well, you're wrong to do so!

November 28, 2010

 

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Do Canned Goods Have Health Risks?

'Tis the season for giving, which often includes plenty of holiday food drives. But beware. Studies show that canned foods may contain harmful chemicals.

November 29, 2010

 

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How Much Radiation Are You Exposed To When You Fly?

You are exposed to relatively high doses of radiation from the time you go through security to the moment your plane lands.

November 30, 2010

 

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Teen Drug Use: More Prescriptions, More Abuse?

Prescriptions are increasing drastically for adolescents and young adults in the US. What problems might this trend be causing?

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