Here's What We Really Know About The So-Called 'Diamond Planet'
According to initial theories, 55 Cancri e is a planet 40-million light-years away that has an entire layer composed of solid diamond among other materials.
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When You Choke To Death, This Is What Happens To Your Body
Sadly, though, choking to death is the fourth-most-common accidental injury death (per the National Safety Council), and it's a very traumatic way to go.
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The Real Reason Why Clouds Move
Wind is caused by pockets of hot air moving to colder areas, and sometimes form fast currents called jet streams that carry clouds across continents and oceans.
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Why Did The Elephant Bird Go Extinct?
Looming over humanity at almost 10 feet in stature and weighing in at about 1,000 pounds, the elephant bird truly lived up to its name.
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How Much Does A NASA Spacesuit Really Cost?
NASA's next-generation spacesuits cost up to $1 billion each.
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The Real Reason You Weigh Less Near The Equator
If you are tired of the scale staying stuck, a little travel might do you good. Just pick the right location and you might even lose a few of those pounds.
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Rules Astronauts Have To Follow Every Mission
Being an astronaut is very grueling, with a lot of requirements that would give anyone who is not 100% dedicated a reason to reconsider.
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The Interesting Truth About Lunar Cataclysm
Known as the Lunar Cataclysm, scientists think that there was one 50-million-year period when the moon was pummeled by meteorites, some of them quite large.
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The One Object In Our Solar System That Has Been Both A Planet And An Asteroid
Most of the time, planets, asteroids, and other celestial objects are all properly classified, but there are times that things can change.
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How Long Would It Take To Walk Across The Moon?
The circumference of the moon at its equator is 6,783 miles, or roughly the distance between Miami, Florida, and Tehran, Iran.
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States With The Most Endangered Species
The list of endangered species is in constant flux, but more species seem to be going extinct than recovering. Here are states with the most endangered species.
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The Real Reason The Baiji Dolphin Went Extinct
The baiji was a dolphin adapted to life in freshwater rivers, distinguished by a very narrow snout and a reliance on sonar for navigation due to poor eyesight.
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When You Eat Poison Blowfish, This Is What Happens To Your Body
According to Savor Japan, poison blowfish (also known as fugu), is a delicacy that has been eaten in Japan for hundreds of years — despite its very real danger.
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This Is The Exact Number Of Minutes Your Brain Can Function After You Die
The human brain is a remarkable organ. As stubborn as the brain is, though, it certainly seems capable of persisting after the body's death.
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Were Dinosaurs Cold-Blooded Or Hot-Blooded?
Although we have been studying dinosaur fossils for over 100 years, scientists are still learning much about the magnificent creatures.
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The Eerie Connection Between Jesus' Death And A Solar Eclipse
There may be a description of an eclipse in the New Testament, as the gospels of Luke and Mark both mention darkness when Jesus died of crucifixion.
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The Real Reason The Great Auk Penguin Went Extinct
It was a tear-streaked day in 1844 when the last of the "original penguins" was brutally killed. But what exactly happened to these creatures?
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The Real Reason The Atlas Bear Went Extinct
The atlas bear most likely went extinct in the late 19th century. Here's what caused the animal's demise, and why it should serve as a warning sign to us all.
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The Real Reason The Tasmanian Tiger Went Extinct
At one time the Tasmanian tiger — the world's largest marsupial carnivore and cousin of the Tasmanian Devil— roamed Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Tasmania.
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Why Some Believe The World Will End In Fire
While the most likely theory for the fate of the universe is rather chilly, the fate of our own planet might just be the opposite.
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This Is What Happens To Your Body When You Die Of Thirst
Terrible things can happen to us when we don't drink enough. Dehydration is a slow and insidious danger, and it too has a range of effects on the body.
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The US Just Lost 23 Species To Extinction: Here's The List
More than 90% of all living things are now extinct, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is now ready to call it for several small species.
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When You Die Of Fright, This Is What Happens To Your Body
When we envision our own demise and all the possible ways it could happen, being literally scared to death isn't usually much of a concern.
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The Truth About Venezuela's Catatumbo Lightning
Would you go to a place where you know that there will be a lot of lightning? If you're not faint of heart, you should know about the Maracaibo beacon.
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Comets Are A Lot More Common Than You Think
Of all the sights in the night sky, comets are perhaps the most spectacular. But just how common are they? Read on to find out.
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What Really Happens To Your Body When You Burn To Death
If you've ever made the mistake of absent-mindedly touching a hot surface, you realize quickly how intense and lingering the pain from a burn can be.
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The Truth About The Haunting Belcher's Sea Snake
With flat heads, compressed scaly bodies and a tail a little like a flipper, Belcher's Sea Snakes move quickly while hunting, ambushing, and striking prey.
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