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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 simple science behind one-way glass Feb 16, 2022

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One-way glass is a common sight in crime shows, but how do these reflective surfaces really work?

The potential hidden twin within Feb 14, 2022

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Even if you don't have a twin, there's a potential that not all of your chromosomes are actually yours.

The ant with metal in its mandibles Feb 11, 2022

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Animals can be composed of a surprising number of materials, including some metals.

How curiosity impacts infant development Feb 10, 2022

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Babies are constantly learning about the world around them, but are some more interested in learning than others?

Why do salmon leap? Feb 09, 2022

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Salmon are commonly seen leaping upstream to travel, but why do they leap in still water as well?

Expanding the search for extraterrestrial life to planets less like Earth Feb 08, 2022

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NASA's James Webb telescope hopes to provide more information than we've ever had access to before about the universe around us, including the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

Fruit flies are social butterflies Feb 07, 2022

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When we think of social animals, fruit flies probably aren't the first example to come to mind. These tiny creatures need to be around others more than you might think.

The mating song of Alston's singing mice Feb 04, 2022

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Many animals have strange or elaborate mating rituals, even some mice. Learn more about what makes this mouse's sweet song so different.

The wonderful Welwitschia mirabilis plant Feb 03, 2022

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Learn about this plant with a tongue twister of a name with A Moment of Science!

Taking a bug's anatomy to heart Feb 02, 2022

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While they might look a little different from us, a bug still technically has a heart just like us. Learn more about their anatomy with today's A Moment of Science

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