Stingray stings hurt like the dickens, and that's because they're loaded with serotonin which is not a happy chemical when it's in your muscles.
The Excruciating Science Behind Stingray Venom And Why It's So Painful - Sciencing
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Scientists are experimenting with destroying water-borne PFAS with cavitation heat and plasma, neither of which are perfect, but it is progress.
Scientists Found 2 New Ways To Break Down PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Water - Sciencing
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While your hair and skin are good indicators of your health, you shouldn't neglect paying attention to your nails which are also a good indicator.
Not Skin, Not Hair: Scientists Say This Body Part Is A Great Indicator Of Health - Sciencing
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Two-ingredient cakes are made with box mix and a can of soda; the CO₂ keeps the cake fluffy and reacts with the box mix to make water and salt.
This Two-Ingredient Cake Is A Science Experiment In Disguise - Sciencing
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Scientists looked at how rural and urban spiders responded to loud ambient noise and found they had different web building strategies to compensate.
Noise Has An Unexpected Effect On A Spider Web - Sciencing
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Resisting the urge to pop your pimples can be near impossible, but you should leave your face alone unless you want to risk scarring and infection.
You Should Think Twice Before Popping Your Pimples - Sciencing
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Design trends come and go, but this particular one might have actually affected peoples' psyches, bringing humans back to their roots, so to speak.
Everyone Had It In Their Home In The '70s. Science Explains Why It Made Rooms Feel Warmer - Sciencing
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Multiple studies have found a connection between extreme temperatures and an increase in BMI, likely caused by sedentary responses to the weather.
Scientists Say There May Be A Link Between High BMI And Extreme Weather - Sciencing
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The full moon has been an object of fascination for all of human history, and August's full moon is no exception. Here's what you need to know about it.
The Mesmerizing Full Moon Phenomenon You Can Experience In August - Sciencing
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Scientists looked at how rural and urban spiders responded to loud ambient noise and found they had different web building strategies to compensate.
Noise Has An Unexpected Effect On A Spider Web - Sciencing
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Design trends come and go, but this particular one might have actually affected peoples' psyches, bringing humans back to their roots, so to speak.
Everyone Had It In Their Home In The '70s. Science Explains Why It Made Rooms Feel Warmer - Sciencing
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Finding fuzzy spots of mold on your food usually means it's unsafe to eat, but not all mold is made equal, and not all molds are actually bad for you.
The Difference Between Edible Mold And Harmful Mold, Explained By Science - Sciencing
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A lot of people, even some textbooks, will tell you that having thinner-than-usual stools is a sign of colorectal cancer, but it's just a myth.
The Concerning Poop Myth Health Experts Want You To Stop Believing - Sciencing
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European scientists discovered an ant giving birth to her own species and another, separated by both geography and 5 million years of evolution.
Scientists Couldn't Believe That These Ants Were Giving Birth To Clones From Another Species - Sciencing
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The stickers on your fruit serve a number of different purposes, but you're best served by not being too hasty about peeling them off. Here's the reason why.
You Should Think Twice Before Peeling Stickers Off Your Fruit - Sciencing
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Finding fuzzy spots of mold on your food usually means it's unsafe to eat, but not all mold is made equal, and not all molds are actually bad for you.
The Difference Between Edible Mold And Harmful Mold, Explained By Science - Sciencing
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If you've ever been 'backed up,' you've probably heard that fiber can help you pass your blockage, but in sometimes fiber can make the problem worse.
The Common Poop Myth That Can Actually Make Constipation Worse - Sciencing
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A lot of people, even some textbooks, will tell you that having thinner-than-usual stools is a sign of colorectal cancer, but it's just a myth.
The Concerning Poop Myth Health Experts Want You To Stop Believing - Sciencing
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23andMe has gone from being marketed as a bit of fun home science to a potential too for predicting your health, but such power might bring ethical problems.
The Dark Side Of 23andMe You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner - Sciencing
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What started with mice and early experiments decades ago has evolved into a breakthrough today that could open new possibilities.
America Discovered It In The '70s – Canada's Latest Research Could Change Everything - Sciencing
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European scientists discovered an ant giving birth to her own species and another, separated by both geography and 5 million years of evolution.
Scientists Couldn't Believe That These Ants Were Giving Birth To Clones From Another Species - Sciencing
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If you have acid reflux, you may think that belching is helping alleviate your symptoms, but you may be surprised to learn that it's not helping.
The Misleading Burping Myth That's Been Debunked By Science - Sciencing
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The stickers on your fruit serve a number of different purposes, but you're best served by not being too hasty about peeling them off. Here's the reason why.
You Should Think Twice Before Peeling Stickers Off Your Fruit - Sciencing
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Lifestyle habits have changed over time, and not always for the better. That might be the reason this condition is seeing a surprising surge in young adults.
Not Anxiety, Not Depression: This Health Issue Is Increasing In Gen Z And Millennials - Sciencing
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If you've ever been 'backed up,' you've probably heard that fiber can help you pass your blockage, but in sometimes fiber can make the problem worse.
The Common Poop Myth That Can Actually Make Constipation Worse - Sciencing
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Though sound and space don't usually mix, an astronaut did find himself surprised when he couldn't make this common sound while in his space suit.
The Sound Astronauts Can't Make In Space - Sciencing
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23andMe has gone from being marketed as a bit of fun home science to a potential too for predicting your health, but such power might bring ethical problems.
The Dark Side Of 23andMe You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner - Sciencing
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While being overweight comes with its own health risks, being underweight can lead to weak bones, fertility issues, and hormone imbalances.
Disadvantages Of Having A Low BMI That Aren't Often Discussed - Sciencing
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Many people have a little voice that narrates through their day, but just as many don't -- or simply process their thoughts in a different manner.
Scientists Explain The Mystery Behind Why 50% Of People Have No Inner Monologue - Sciencing
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What started with mice and early experiments decades ago has evolved into a breakthrough today that could open new possibilities.
America Discovered It In The '70s – Canada's Latest Research Could Change Everything - Sciencing
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