Life Thrives Against Odds in the Arid Atacama Desert
The driest place on Earth, the Atacama Desert, is home to some unique species of plants and animals that have adapted to survive in such extreme conditions.
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How Crispr Technology Finds Its Origins in Yogurt Bacteria
The CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology, likely the most popular tool in genetic engineering today, was discovered as part of a defense mechanism in the humble yogurt bacteria.
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Intriguing Anatomy of the Octopus Stinkhorn Mushroom
A mushroom species named Clathrus archeri, or the Octopus Stinkhorn, originated in Australia but can now be found globally. It has an unusual way of spreading its spores.
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Unveiling the Intricate History Behind Modern Pencil Lead
Despite being called 'pencil lead', the thin graphite rod at the heart of your average pencil has nothing to do with lead, and its origin is more complex than one might expect.
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Exploring the Mysterious Submerged Ruins of Yonaguni City
Off the southeastern coast of Taiwan lies a fascinating underwater topography that has baffled scientists and explorers.
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Serendipitous Discovery of Mauve: The Birth of a Modern Hue
The color mauve was accidentally discovered in 1856 by a British chemist named William Perkin who was trying to synthesize quinine for the treatment of malaria.
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The Sky Is Not Blue Due to Reflection of the Ocean
Contrary to popular belief, the sky's blue color is not because it reflects the ocean. Instead, it can be attributed to a phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering.
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The Space Pen: a Private Innovation, Not Nasa's Creation
Despite a common myth, the 'Space Pen' that works in zero gravity wasn't developed by NASA at a great expense. It was designed and manufactured privately by the Fisher Pen Company.
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Unveiling the Enigma: Discovering the Truth About Star Jelly
Star jelly is a gelatinous substance which, according to folklore, falls from the sky during meteor showers.
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Unraveling the Enigma: The Mysterious 1908 Tunguska Event
In 1908, a powerful explosion occurred in Siberia, Russia, known as the Tunguska Event. Despite its massive impact, no one knows what really caused it.
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How Bacteria Influence Rainfall and Weather Patterns
Rain formation in clouds is influenced by the presence of bacteria
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Origins of Emoji: Birth of the First Digital Pictogram
Contrary to popular belief, The first known use of an emoji-like form wasn't on the smartphones but was used in 1881 by a satirical magazine named Puck Magazine.
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Exploring Gallium's Distinctive and Unusual Characteristics
Gallium is a peculiar metal that can melt in your hand.
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How Teflon Was Unexpectedly Discovered by Chemists
Teflon, known for its non-stick properties widely used in cookware, was accidentally invented by a chemist Roy Plunkett while he was trying to develop a new type of refrigerant.
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Prison Houdini the Man Who Escaped Prison 14 Times
Cho Seong-jin, a South Korean criminal known for his talent of escaping prison has managed to escape confinement a total of 14 times.
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Discover the Breathtaking Pink Lake in Senegal's Heart
Lake Retba, or Lac Rose (Pink Lake) in Senegal, turns bright pink due to a unique type of bacteria.
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Discover the Unique Spider-Tailed Horned Viper Species
A viper species with a tail resembling a spider, used to lure in its prey.
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The Enigmatic Phenomenon of the 'Humphry Davy Effect'
'Humphry Davy Effect' refers to the phenomenon where scientific discoveries are often named after the second person who discovered them, not the first.
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Nuclear Diamonds: Radioactive Waste to Clean Energy
Scientists have figured out how to use nuclear waste to generate electricity in a nuclear-powered diamond battery, which can last over 5,000 years.
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Meet the Wwii Deception Masters: The Ghost Army's Story
During WWII, the U.S. army deployed a deceptive unit known as the Ghost Army which used inflatable tanks and sound effects to fool enemies.
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The Enigmatic Fish That Loves to Gaze at the Stars
Astyanax mexicanus, a species of blind cavefish, has evolved to develop the ability to 'see' in the dark using its lateral line system.
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The Ingenious Floating Mechanism of the Hummingbird's Tongue
Hummingbirds have a unique structural adaptation that allows their tongues to float, aiding in the efficient extraction of nectar from flowers.
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Harmonious Waves: The Mesmerizing Sound of the Sea Organ
In Zadar, Croatia, there is a sea organ which plays music by way of sea waves and tubes located underneath a set of large marble steps.
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The Fascinating Glow of Wintergreen Lifesavers in the Dark
Crushing Wintergreen Lifesavers candies in the dark can produce a tiny, brief flash of light. This is due to an effect known as triboluminescence.
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