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9 Fascinating Facts About Urine

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9 Fascinating Facts About Urine

The Science Behind Why It Hurts So Much to Step on a LEGO

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The Science Behind Why It Hurts So Much to Step on a LEGO

Sprout of Office: Scientists Taught Spinach Plants to Send Emails About Hazardous Materials in the Soil

They'll leaf you a message.

Sprout of Office: Scientists Taught Spinach Plants to Send Emails About Hazardous Materials in the Soil

Why Does Seeing Food Make Your Mouth Water?

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Why Does Seeing Food Make Your Mouth Water?

Why Are Oceans Salty?

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8-Year-Old Twinkies Intrigue Fungus Experts

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Recently Declassified Soviet Video Shows the Biggest Nuclear Explosion in History

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Meet Ice Cream Scientist Dr. Maya Warren

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Tear Gas vs. Pepper Spray: What’s the Difference?

This is probably pepper spray.

Has An Element Ever Been Removed From the Periodic Table?

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What Is Inside a Lava Lamp?

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Can You Guess the Element From the Meaning Behind Its Name?

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10 Radiant Facts About Marie Curie

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How Do Fireworks Get Their Colors?

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What Is One Hour Martinizing?

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When You Feel "Chemistry" With Someone, What's Actually Going On?

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