Why Are Rats And Mice The Animal Of Choice For Scientists?
Rats and mice are specifically bred in great numbers to function as research tools in modern laboratories seeking to ease humanity's various ills.
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Where Do Minks Live?
Minks are probably best known today as the fur adorning expensive garments for humans, but they aren't just found on fur farms; they also exist in the wild.
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Why You Sometimes See The Moon During The Day
It's one of those intriguing aspects of Earth: the planet's moon is usually associated with the night sky, except for those times it pops up during the day.
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The Man-Made Sun Outside Oxford That Broke A 1997 Nuclear Energy Record
The man-made sun outside Oxford that broke a 1997 nuclear energy record is another recent step toward harnessing nuclear fusion.
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The Biggest Asteroid Impacts In Earth's History
Plenty of asteroids have struck Earth for over billions of years, sometimes with disastrous effects. Here are the biggest asteroid impacts in Earth's history.
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The Interesting Reason Why Sharks Spit Out Their Entire Stomach
Sharks in all their various incarnations tend to be mysterious, intriguing, as well as terrifying, with numerous behaviors we still don't fully understand.
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Why The Giant Sloth Went Extinct
Giant ground sloths were among the most successful ice-age animals. What drove them to extinction is a question that has plagued scientists for centuries.
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Scientist Reveals Cats Are Technically A Liquid
Despite being part of human civilization for thousands of years, cats continue to be a source of mystery, including the oft-asked, "How do they do that?"
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The Stunning Discovery Made Inside A Meteorite In Somalia
In 2022, scientists from the University of Alberta announced that they had discovered something in a meteorite sample that had never been seen before.
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The Science Behind Why Butterflies Can See In Ultraviolet
Sadly, while human vision is pretty good, there is quite a bit happening right under our noses that we are not seeing - including ultraviolet radiation.
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How To Survive A Lightning Strike
Many people savor, even celebrate, the wonders of the natural world, from the sound of rain on the roof to a brilliant sunset. Lightning is another story.
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Here's Why Scientists Added New Units To The Metric System
When enormous calculations require far too many zeroes to comprehend, it becomes crucial and necessary to add some new units of measurement.
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The Biggest Theories Why This Scary Fish Went Extinct
Meet the armor-skinned predator weighing up to four tons and reaching lengths of around 30 feet. But why did this formidable fish go extinct?
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The Turkey That Weighed About The Same As A Baby Rhino
The humble turkey has become a symbolic staple of many people's holiday dinners, both Thanksgiving and Christmas and beyond, in various sizes.
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How A Pizza Delivery Led To The Invention Of The Modern Bulletproof Vest
Armor to protect those going into combat is nothing new. But it took a former Marine turned pizza shop owner to bring the concept into modern times.
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The Science Behind Facial Fracture Protections In Sports
In sports, accidents are bound to happen, and when they do, some athletes have no choice but to wear a sports face mask while they heal. Here's how they work.
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You Never Knew This About Santa's Reindeer
Jolly old elf? Check. Red suit? Check. Sleigh full of toys, ready to deliver for Christmas delight? Check. But what about those reindeer, anyway?
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The Best Science Podcasts Of 2022
Science podcasts allow listeners to hear about research directly from the scientists themselves. These are some of the most noteworthy podcasts of 2022.
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What Is Causing South Africa's Poisonous River Of Gold?
The environmental impact of the mining industry has become increasingly apparent, and alarming, throughout the world, whether in search of gold or diamonds.
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A Brazilian Wasp Could Help Treat Cancer
Researchers discovered a Brazilian wasp's venom could help treat cancer by killing cancer cells while seemingly not affecting healthy cells.
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A Meteorite That Landed In England Might Answer One Of Earth's Greatest Questions
When Earth was young, it was scorching hot. So what first brought water to Earth? Scientists believe they've found a clue that literally fell out of the sky.
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The Science Behind Why We Always Remember How To Ride A Bike
Many people famously find that riding a bike again comes completely naturally to them. There's a fascinating scientific reason for this, too.
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Meet Meretrix Petechialis, The Clam Discovered To Produce Antibiotics
Scientists at the Institute of Oceanology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences say they've found a clam that can produce a complicated antibiotic on its own.
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Meet The Fangy Whatcheeria: The Ancient Super Predator That Lived In The American Midwest
Part of the fun of the study of dinosaurs is how often a new discovery of something really old inspires absolute awe at the probable impact of the creature.
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Transylvania Was The Home Of Dracula And Also A Unique Reptile
Transylvania is a beautiful part of the world. It was the home of the inspiration for Dracula, and also, as recently discovered, a unique reptile.
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Human Hair Is A New Renewable Resource
Want to save the world? Get a haircut. No, seriously: Human hair can help save the environment, fight global warming, and clean up our oceans.
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The Strange Reason Female Ferrets Die If They Don't Mate
"Ferret" isn't usually used as a compliment regarding human beings, but there are those who enjoy keeping them as pets, with an eye to ferrets' special needs.
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