A Moment of Science

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Only three percent of Earth's land is ecologically intact Nov 08, 2021

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The climate crisis has caused havoc on almost all areas of the planet. Research into biodiversity has led to a drastic statistic on Earth's ecology.

How red is "blood red" really? Nov 05, 2021

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What color is blood? The answer might seem obvious, but color can depend on a couple factors in your body.

The mollusk with a rare iron mineral in its teeth Nov 04, 2021

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Teeth can contain a wide variety of substances besides calcium. Scientists found a surprising mineral in the teeth of the gumboot chiton.

Scientists use drone technology to aid blowhole research Nov 03, 2021

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There are many creative uses for drones, and scientists have found another way to use this new technology.

The irresistible scent of dead arthropods Nov 02, 2021

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Some plants have come up with unique ways to encourage pollination. One flower even has a specific scent to help encourage the presence of flies.

Carbon-dating the mysterious Greenland shark reveals impressive lifespans Nov 01, 2021

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There's a lot we don't know about the Greenland shark, making them very mysterious creatures. Some recent information tells us a little more about them.

Why the Midwest gets so many tornadoes Oct 29, 2021

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Tornadoes touch down on every continent except Antarctica, but what makes them so tied to the midwest United States?

Do wild animals ever overeat? Oct 28, 2021

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We don't often see obese animals in the wild, but does that mean that they don't exist?

The evolution of making porcelain Oct 27, 2021

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Porcelain is a popular but incredibly fragile material for making everything from plates to dolls. Today's A Moment of Science looks closer at how it's made.

The freezing and flowing waters of Mars Oct 26, 2021

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We've heard a lot about liquid water on Mars, but how is this possible with low temperatures in the planet's early history?

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