(Accidentally) Confirming Quantum Principles
In the 1920s, Otto Stern and Walther Gerlach conducted an experiment that accidentally confirmed the existence of quantum…
How Volcanoes (Sometimes) Spout Diamonds
Kimberlite formations are caused by explosive volcanic eruptions that bring diamonds to the surface from deep within the…
How the Megalodon Went Extinct (Yes, It’s Truly Extinct)
Megalodons reached lengths of up to 20 meters, three times longer than great white sharks, with teeth suggesting…
The Facts on Miscarriage
Approximately 23 million pregnancies worldwide end in miscarriage annually. Yet, it remains a taboo subject often shrouded in…
Does It Lay Eggs or Give Birth? Somehow, This Animal Does Both
Lizards and snakes provide valuable insights into reproductive evolution due to their varied reproductive strategies, offering parallels to…
Do These Animals Prefer Captivity?
Some animals, like fish and small mammals, exhibit trap-happy behavior, repeatedly getting caught in research traps intended to…
Does Your Body Change Color?
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The Psychology of Memory Formation
Memory of experiences is shaped more by peak moments and how they end rather than the overall duration,…
Who Said HD Had to Be 1080p?
HD TV standards evolved from analog to digital, with ITU and SMPTE developing standards like 720p and 1080i.…