Surface Crackle
Today, we give you a little lesson on fire. Surface Crackle on this Moment of Science. Ever wondered why it’s necessary to gather kindling when starting a campfire? Well, the little pieces of wood and...
View ArticleDwarf Mistletoe a Huge Problem
As if ordinary mistletoe didn't already spell trouble for trees, its cousin the dwarf mistletoe is a huge problem. Learn more on this Moment of Science.
View ArticleRock-a-medes
Greek philosopher Archimedes realized that anything that displaces its own weight in water will float. Learn more on this Moment of Science.
View ArticleTermites, Those Picky Eaters
Termites are often regarded as gluttonous creatures because of the billions of dollars of damage their appetites generate every year for homeowners, but would you believe that termites are actually...
View ArticleDull Nails
You're doing a bit of weekend carpentry, nailing some decorative trim onto your kitchen cabinets perhaps, but every time you pound a nail into a narrow piece of trim, the wood splinters apart. Why is...
View ArticleHow Logs Burn
When the logs in your fireplace start to go out, poking at them will often start things going again. Likewise, fanning the logs can make them burn brighter, even if the fanning temporarily extinguishes...
View ArticleHow Many Times Can You Recycle Paper?
You've seen the recycling logo, three arrows pointing around in an endless loop. This is a little misleading though, because you just can't recycle the same piece of paper endlessly. Learn more on this...
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