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**A Moment of Science**

A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life’s most perplexing mysteries.

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The significance of mouthfeel Apr 26, 2023

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Mouthfeel, or texture, is an important component of flavor while we eat.

Modern bird beaks aren't so modern after all Apr 25, 2023

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New fossil evidence suggests previous assumptions about beak evolution weren't quite right.

Fish have their own dog days of summer Apr 24, 2023

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Hotter weather makes humans more irritable. Turns out we aren't the only species impacted by the dog days of summer.

The brain and mapping your toes Apr 21, 2023

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In most people’s brains, each finger is represented by its own small section in the brain, but the same isn’t true for toes.

How the spitting cobra spits Apr 20, 2023

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Spitting cobras are dangerous because they don't even need to bite their victim in order to do damage. How do they do it?

How to see ghosts with Pepper's ghost illusion Apr 19, 2023

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Learn more about the practical effect known as Pepper's ghost illusion.

Frisky groundhogs in February Apr 18, 2023

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When groundhogs first emerge in February, they have very specific priorities.

Keeping sweet corn sweet Apr 17, 2023

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Not much really compares to fresh picked sweet corn in the summer, and it turns out that there may be a very good scientific reason for why so many of us prefer farm-fresh corn.

Why is it so easy to break a coffee cup? Apr 14, 2023

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Learn about the role of leverage in breaking mugs with today's A Moment of Science.

Are solar storms a threat to the internet? Apr 13, 2023

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The internet is one of the most valuable resources of our time. What potential threats exist to our global network?

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