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Posts tagged food

January 20, 2009

 

Close up of frog in water

You Can’t Eat What You Can’t See

One of the most impressive feats of muscular coordination in nature is the very common instance of a frog darting out its tongue in order to catch a fly.

December 25, 2008

 

Reading of working brain

Diet and the Evolution of Big Brains

Our development of larger brains had much to do with our evolution as a species. But the question is, what fueled the development of those larger brains?

September 17, 2008

 

nutcracker

Food Caching

Learn about the many animals that have mastered food caching!

September 11, 2008

 

can

What Causes A Can Of Food To Swell?

You've seen misshapen and swollen cans in the supermarket. What causes them to change shape?

July 15, 2008

 

Assortment of crop seeds

Stocking the Seed Bank

Scientists around the world are taking steps to ensure that seeds from as many plant species as possible are preserved for the future.

June 2, 2008

 

Two conridactory billboards

Too Much on Your Plate

Do you think that restaurants and fast food joints give you the right amount of food? If not, do you believe that they are giving to much or too little?Tune in.

February 5, 2008

 

Black Banana in Fridge vs Yellow Banana in Room Temperature

Cold Potatoes, Black Bananas

Some fresh produce does well when we stick it in the refrigerator. However, for other types of produce the refrigerator is a big mistake. Why?

September 21, 2007

 

Little girl with chocolate on her face

Chocolate—a drug?

Is chocolate a mind-altering drug? Find out on this Moment of Science.

August 14, 2007

 

Jarred tomatoes on table

Food Preservation

What makes canning last longer than refrigeration? Learn more on this Moment of Science.

June 18, 2007

 

Pan Seared Steak

Seared Meat

Does searing meat at a high temperature when you first begin to cook it help to seal in the meat's juices, flavors, or nutrition?

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