Because of the chaotic way fingerprints develop and the multiplying effect of compound probability, it’s basically impossible for any two fingers to have matching prints. Learn exactly why in this video from Minute Earth. [MinuteEarth]
The ant world is an incredible, dangerous, and downright bizarre place. Some ants, though, are a lot cooler and more resourceful than you might give them credit for. [SciShow]
Aspirin isn’t just an old medicine cabinet stand-by, it’s one of the oldest medicines we humans learned how to make ourselves. And our research into aspirin did more than just make it better at relieving pain, it opened the door to whole new disciplines of scientific research! [SciShow]
Organic food is a huge trend: it promises a healthier and better life. But can Organic food really live up to the expectations or is it just baloney? Find out in this episode of “In a Nutshell.” [Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell]
When the Giant Apis dorsata bees feel threatened, the ones on top of the hives quickly rise on their hind legs to show their abdomen, encouraging the ones next to them to do the same, creating a mesmerizing wave just like the ones we see in sport stadiums. [Beekeeping Vlog]
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Nuclear weapons are some of the most powerful tools of destruction on Earth, and the full scope of a nuclear detonation is almost unimaginable. However, there is a scientifically supported plan of action that could save thousands of lives. What is this plan, and what exactly would it protect us from? Brooke Buddemeier and Jessica […]
High-speed video reveals the complicated physics of rubber band potshots. [Science News]
Thanks to the demands of eco-conscious consumers, biodegradable and compostable plastics are cropping up everywhere. Are these green plastics the solution to our throwaway lifestyle? Well — it’s complicated. [Reactions]
What if you never brushed your teeth? Or even stopped for a year? Here’s what would happen! [AsapSCIENCE]