Are Viruses Alive?
Viruses are microscopic parasites that exist almost everywhere on Earth. They are considered to be quite creepy, and rightfully so, as they literally attack
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Why Don't Humans Have Fur?
We fellow human beings are amongst the primitive mammals sharing a common ancestor with chimps, monkeys and the bonobo. Although we have many features in
How Does Welding Work?
Welding, or the fusion of two materials (usually metallic in structure), has been around for over 1500 years! Although the methods have changed quite
What Is The Albedo Measurement In Science?
In science, there are many different scales and units of measurement, all designed to help with the greater understanding of our natural world. But there are
The Wasp That Reprograms Spiders!
From time to time, you hear of a bizarre scientific discovery in nature that shows how some insects can literally change their hosts' behaviour. This is
How IBM Is Still A Multi-Billion Dollar Company In 2021
IBM was a computer technology and product industry-leading company from the 1970s right through to the 2000s, absolutely dominating the market. They don't
How School Textbooks Mislead The Idea Of How Atoms Work
The understanding of atoms proves to be fundamental to our understanding of physics and chemistry. However, the familiar idea of an atom may not be as
What's Inside The Statue Of Liberty And It's Incredible Engineering?
The official name of the Statue of Liberty is 'Liberty Enlightening The World'. It was a gift from France to the United States on June 19, 1885, and
What Started The Shark Mouth And Teeth Military Plane Art?
Shark mouth artwork has been used on the front of military planes for well over a century now. But where did it all begin and what is the purpose of it?
NASA Lost Control Of The Hubble Space Telescope And Are Unable To Fix It
The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the most important technological devices to have ever orbited the Earth. It was launched on April 24, 1990, and has played