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Why Would We Need Artificial Gravity in Space? Nov 17, 2020

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Long-term space missions would need to figure out a way to create artificial gravity for their astronauts. Learn why -- and how it may be possible -- in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What Are the Differences Between COVID-19 and the Flu? Nov 16, 2020

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Symptoms of influenza and the novel coronavirus are fairly similar, but there are a few key differences you should look for -- and each should be treated a little differently. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: Is There a Real Witches' Curse in 'Macbeth'? Nov 15, 2020

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You may have heard that Shakespeare's tragedy "Macbeth" is cursed. Learn how this superstition came about in today's classic episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: Why Can't Some People Sleep Without a Fan? Nov 14, 2020

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Some people find it impossible to sleep without background noise, like a fan whirring. Researchers have identified the possible culprit. Learn how it works in this classic episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Did Bootleggers Once Smuggle Margarine? Nov 13, 2020

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Due in large part to pressure from the diary industry, margarine was once outlawed in Canada and parts of the United States. Learn more about the Oleo Wars in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What Is the World's Longest-Living Vertebrate? Nov 12, 2020

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Spoiler alert: There are Greenland sharks alive today that were likely born in the 1600s. Learn more about these fascinating sharks in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Does the Nitrogen Cycle Work? Nov 11, 2020

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Living things need nitrogen in order for our cells to function, and there's plenty in the air, but it's impossible for most of us to access. Learn how the nitrogen cycle brings it to us in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Big Was Giganatosaurus? Nov 10, 2020

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Giganatosaurus is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs that ever lived, rivaling the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. Learn more about these dinos in today's episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the Difference Between Gold and Pyrite? Nov 09, 2020

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Pyrite is often called fool's gold, but it's easy to tell the two apart if you know what to look for. Learn more about these two minerals in today's episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: Do We Need to Redefine the Four Seasons? Nov 08, 2020

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As climate change affects the planet's weather patterns, some parts of the world will see the seasons bleed together. Tune in to learn how we define the seasons now, and how some researchers think that should change.

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