Understanding the Antioxidant Benefits Found in Wine
Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in wine and grapes, was discovered by a molecule professor who accidentally split a molecule of dylin.
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Unveiling the Enigmatic Microquasar Ss 433 in Deep Space
SS 433 is an extraordinary microquasar, located approximately 18,000 light-years away in the constellation Aquila. First discovered in the late 1970s, it continues to astonish astronomers with its unique appearance and behaviors.
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Skunk Cabbage a Plant with Self-Heating Capability
The skunk cabbage, native to North American wetlands, is a unique plant that can generate its own heat, even melting snow around it in the winter.
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Understanding the Radioactivity Found in Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts are the most naturally radioactive food due to their high levels of radium.
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The Decoy Effect: Influencing Choices with a Clever Trick
The Decoy Effect uses a less appealing third option to influence decisions, pushing consumers toward pricier choices by making them seem more attractive.
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The Fascinating Sound Phenomenon of Rubber Duck Quacks
Rubber duckies, very popular bath toys for kids, have an interesting physics behind their quacking sound.
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Tracking Elusive Prime Numbers: The Quest of a Mathematician
The largest known prime number, as of January 2019, was discovered not by a mathematician or scientist but an electrical engineer.
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Octopuses Possess an Impressive Three-Heart System
Octopuses are known for their intelligence and flexibility but lesser known is the fact that they actually have three hearts.
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Deep-Sea Photosynthesis: Illuminating Life in Ocean Depths
Certain species of bacteria found in deep sea hydrothermal vents are capable of a unique form of photosynthesis.
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The Ever-Growing Cosmos: Exploring Universal Expansion
Astronomers Edwin Hubble and Georges Lemaître were instrumental in theorising and proving the fact that the universe is expanding.
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The Rare Spectacle Known as the 'Fire Rainbow' Phenomenon
Contrary to its fiery name, a fire rainbow is an optical phenomenon that occurs when sunlight interacts with ice crystals present in high altitude clouds.
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The Understated Evolution of Electric and Sustainable Cars
Electric cars are required by law in some countries to make artificial noise.
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Exploring the Rare Phenomenon of the Green Flash at Sunset
A green flash is a rare optical phenomenon that can occur around sunrise or sunset, in which a temporary green spot is visible above the sun.
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Antarctic Fish Evolve Antifreeze for Survival in Icy Waters
Certain fish species in the Antarctic have the extraordinary ability to produce 'antifreeze proteins' which lower the freezing point of their bodily fluids, allowing them to survive in sub-zero waters.
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Understanding Radiation Levels in Common Foods Like Bananas
Bananas are the most radioactive fruit due to the presence of a naturally occurring isotope, Potassium-40.
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The Role of the Sonic Hedgehog Gene in Developmental Biology
The 'Sonic Hedgehog' gene is a protein coding gene in both humans and mice which plays a crucial role in the organization of the brain and body structure during embryonic development.
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When the Sahara Was a Lush and Thriving Fertile Landscape
Around 10,000 years ago, the Sahara Desert was not a desert at all. Instead, it was filled with lush green vegetation and was home to many large animal species
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How Tardigrades Survive Extreme Conditions: a Deep Dive
Tardigrades, also known as water bears or moss piglets, are some of the most resilient creatures on Earth capable of surviving extreme conditions.
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The Enchanting Melody of Honey: Nature’s Sweet Symphony
Did you know that honey has a musical attribute? Yes, different varieties of honey have been discovered to make different sounds when poured!
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Vibrant Courtship Dance of the Peacock Spider Unveiled
The Peacock spider has one of the animal kingdom's most intricate courtship displays where the male presents their colourful abdomen and performs a unique dance.
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Discover the Unique Growth Pattern of Brussels Sprout Plants
Contrary to popular belief, Brussels sprouts do not grow like cabbage or lettuce, instead they grow on a stalk.
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Unseen Travelers: Microbes Journeying Across Our World
The bacteria Staphylococcus offers fascinating model systems for interspecies interactions.
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The Surprising Link Between Iron and Ice in Earth's History
Did you know that iron and ice share a common property? They both are known to shrink when they melt!
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Efficient Chitin Recycling: Promoting Sustainable Practices
Antarctica's largest land animal, the Belgica Antarctica, survives through chitin recycling
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