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Ask Science — Astronomy
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How do astronomers photograph a black hole? How often do planes get hit by lightning? What does the EPA actually do? Science is all around us and transforming our world at a rapid pace. Extragalactic astrophysicist Sabrina Stierwalt is here to guide you through it. She’ll help you make sense of the everyday and the once-in-a-lifetime. Rights of Albert Einstein are used with permission of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Represented exclusively by Greenlight.

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299 - Why Do We Put Telescopes in Space? Aug 26, 2018

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Putting a telescope in space has its limitations. It can't be too big, it's difficult to repair, and it costs a lot of money. So why do we even do it?
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297 - Do Hair Loss Treatments Actually Work? Aug 13, 2018

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Hair loss treatment products are a $3.6 billion industry, but do they actually work?
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296 - What Is Hypothyroidism and How Do We Treat It? Aug 06, 2018

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Nearly one person in every 20 over the age of 12 have hypothyroidism. What is this condition, how do I know if I have it, and how is it treated?
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295 - What Is a Fecal Transplant? (Gross, Yes, But Also Life-Saving) Jul 30, 2018

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What is a fecal transplant and who would want one?
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294 - What Are Chemtrails Made Of? Jul 23, 2018

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Take a look at the scientific evidence behind how much you should be concerned about the white puffy trails left behind in the sky as planes fly overhead.
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141 EE How Do Lasers Work? Jul 16, 2018

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Everyday Einstein explains how lasers are different from normal flashlights.

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293 - The 5+ Effects of Oppressive Heat Waves Jul 09, 2018

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This year has seen record breaking temperatures across the globe. What is at risk in this increased heat from our health to our infrastructure?
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292 - How Fireworks Get Their Colors, Sounds, and Shapes Jul 02, 2018

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Fireworks, from their brilliant colors to their impressive noises, are all displays of chemistry at work. Let’s look at what gives fireworks their colors, their sounds, and even their shapes.
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291 - The Mysterious Return of Ozone-Depleting CFCs Jun 25, 2018

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CFCs, the harmful ozone-depleting chemicals banned back in the 1980s, are experiencing a mysterious comeback. Who is the new producer, in violation of the international agreement?
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290 - How Much Time Should We Be Spending Outdoors? Jun 18, 2018

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We all know it’s a good idea to get up off the couch for a little while but what does a little fresh air actually do for us? How much time should we be spending outdoors?
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