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Coping with Coronavirus
What can you do to reduce your risk of infection? How would you know if you are infected, and what should you do if you find that you are?
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The Matter of Life
Is the composition of living things similar to that of their surroundings? And why aren’t we made mostly of metals?
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Why Does It Take Plastic So Long to Break Down?
The term ‘plastic’ encompasses many different materials (PET, Bisphenol A, PVC, Styrofoam, and more)
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Is There Really Such a Metal as Brass?
Brass is not an element but an alloy (mixture) of copper and zinc. It is a harder and stronger metal than copper, but has a lower electrical conductivity.
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Does the number of protons in the nucleus determine the type of element?
Does the number of protons in the nucleus determine the type of element?
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What Is the Origin of the Elements?
There are a little over one hundred elements in the universe. How were they created?
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Why Is the Flu Vaccine Required Annually?
For some diseases, vaccinations are needed every few years. Why is the flu vaccine different?
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The Science of Fasting
Sugars, fat, and the brain’s singularity. Which processes take place in our bodies when we stop eating for many hours?
