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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.

Latest Episodes:

What are frost quakes? Aug 03, 2022

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You've heard of an earthquake, but what exactly are frost quakes?

Dolphins may help us understand menopause Aug 02, 2022

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Dolphins have always been fascinating creatures to study. Recently, scientists have looked to see what we can learn from dolphins about some of our own body functions.

Why does rubbing alcohol feel cold? Aug 01, 2022

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When you use rubbing alcohol on your skin, why does it feel cold?

How plants communicate with their family trees Jul 29, 2022

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Plants have long been understood to communicate with each other, but do they listen to some fellow plants more often than others?

Walking can be a real uphill battle Jul 28, 2022

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Why is walking uphill such hard work?

The prickly truth behind a porcupine's quills Jul 27, 2022

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How much do you know about the real danger of porcupine quills? Fill in some blanks with today's A Moment of Science!

Math is not really a language Jul 26, 2022

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You might have heard math described as its own language, but is it really?

The grizzly bear's unusual nickname Jul 25, 2022

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Have you heard of grizzly bears being called "Rototillers of the Rockies"?

What really causes dry skin? Jul 22, 2022

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We know things such as taking hot showers, excess bathing, and sun exposure can cause dry skin. But why do these factors actually influence our bodies?

A flightless bird's family tree Jul 21, 2022

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The ostrich, rhea, cassowary, and emu are all flightless birds who share a family tree. How did these animals evolve to get this way?