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Coping with Coronavirus
How to reduce infection risk? How can you know if you are infected, and what to do if 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?
