A Moment of Science

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The coolest orangutans use slang Sep 14, 2022

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How does popularity work in the animal kingdom? For orangutans, there might be a few similarities to human behavior.

The musical mpingo tree Sep 13, 2022

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Find out more about this musical tree with today's A Moment of Science!

Raindrops on the rear window Sep 12, 2022

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Raindrops always appear to miss the rear window of cars. Why does this happen?

Why are dreams so hard to remember? Sep 09, 2022

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Even the most vivid dreams can be difficult to remember soon after waking up. Why don't dreams leave more of an impression?

Are you waking up with tea or coffee? Sep 08, 2022

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What's your preference to get your morning started?

Ocean waves squared Sep 07, 2022

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Have you ever seen ocean waves form a square? What causes this unique formation?

Reducing the power consumption of computers Sep 06, 2022

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Energy consumption is a major concern when it comes to environmental impact. The power computers require presents a threat of its own.

Why do giraffes have such long necks? Sep 05, 2022

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They're an iconic animal, but why exactly do giraffes have such long necks?

The icy volcanoes of Pluto Sep 02, 2022

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Learn more about the dwarf planet of our solar system, Pluto.

Dyslexia in English vs Chinese Sep 01, 2022

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How does dyslexia differ across languages?