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5 Burning Questions About Water | Compilation

12th - Higher Ed
We've collected all the episodes we've done over the years answering questions about water. Pour yourself a glass before diving into this watery compilation!
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This Binge-drinking Tree Shrew Could Probably Outdrink You

12th - Higher Ed
Many animals consume some alcohol in their foods, but these shrews take it to a whole new level!
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Slingshot Spiders Put Fighter Pilots to Shame

12th - Higher Ed
There are all kinds of ways that a spider can catch its prey, but few species are as extreme as the slingshot spider!
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Nature’s Secret Weapon Against Microbes: Squid Skin

12th - Higher Ed
There's a compound found in squid skin that they use to change color and protect their cells, but it could also help us fight some of the most common disease-causing microbes out there.
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Maybe Yawning Protects You From...Snakes?

12th - Higher Ed
Why is yawning contagious? It might be your body trying to keep on the lookout for snakes.
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Is Your Dog Bilingual?

12th - Higher Ed
Your dog might seem like a bit of a goof, but they might be capable of more tricks than you think. A new study from researchers in Hungary investigated whether dogs can distinguish between new and familiar languages.
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If There's Acid Rain, Is There Basic Rain?

12th - Higher Ed
You've probably heard of acid rain: rain that's more acidic than normal because of pollution in the atmosphere. But, if rain can become more acidic, shouldn't it also be able to become more basic?
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How Do Pineapples Eat Us Back?

12th - Higher Ed
The pineapple. Sweet, juicy, and kind of painful. What is it about this tropical fruit that seems to bite us back?
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How Did North America End Up With a Marsupial?

12th - Higher Ed
Both North and South America have their own species of marsupial, the opossum, but how they got so far away from their Australian relatives is a bit of a mystery.
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How Can I Make A Traffic Light Turn Green?

12th - Higher Ed
If you've ever been stuck at a red light on a country road, you know it can be annoying. No other cars for miles, but you can't shake the feeling that if you run the light, one will appear out of nowhere and slam into you. Today we have...
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Do Zombies Float or Sink?

12th - Higher Ed
If you’re trying to figure out where to plan on sheltering during the zombie apocalypse, it’s essential to know whether zombies sink or float!
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A Giant Underground Lake on Mars! | Breaking News

12th - Higher Ed
Scientists have discovered an underground lake of liquid water on Mars! While this isn’t itself evidence for life on Mars, it does raise some new possibilities.
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7 New Species Discovered in Cities

12th - Higher Ed
Scientists are discovering new species at the bottom of the ocean and deep in the rainforest, but there are also plenty of new animals being discovered in cities around the world!
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7 Myths About Movement

12th - Higher Ed
Bumblebees fly, lights turn on, and you can ride a bike without falling over. We all know these things to be true, but what you may not know is the real reason behind why they work. Join Olivia to bust seven myths about motion.
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6 Reasons We Have to Say a Study Was "In Mice"

12th - Higher Ed
A lot of our videos include the disclaimer "Mice aren't people." But why do we keep saying this, and if rodent studies aren't effective, why do we keep using them?
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5 Strange Cases of Animal Rain

12th - Higher Ed
You might want a really sturdy umbrella to dig into this video, because we’re discussing 5 animals that have a tendency to rain down from the sky and the reasons we think this might be happening!