Category: Science
Why Do We Only See One Side of the Moon?
Henry from MinuteEarth explains why we only see one side of the moon. [via minutearth]
Measles Explained
Everybody is talking about Measles – but what does the virus actually do in the body? Is it really so harmful that you need a vaccination? We go deep into the body of an...
Is It Irrational to Believe in Aliens?
Aliens! Could humans really be alone in this expansive universe? And if we’re not, how come we’ve never made contact with other intelligent life? Everyone’s thought about it; especially members of the scientific community....
The Physics of Popcorn
Researchers have delved deep into what exactly happens to popping kernels, before the butter and salt. [via newyorktimes]
An Astronaut’s View of Earth
Col. Chris Hadfield shares what it’s like to see the Earth from orbit. [via veritasium]
Absolute zero to absolute hot [Infographic]
BBC Future takes the temperature of our planet – and the Universe – to find the hottest and coldest things ever measured. Click to enlarge [via bbc]
8 Sick Remedies That Actually Work – Scientifically!
Which of your sick remedies are actually helping? [via asapscience]
11 Years and Counting – Opportunity on Mars
Today 11 years ago the Mars Rover Opportunity landed on Mars for a what initially was a 90 day mission. Since then it has driven 41.7 kilometers, which is farther than any other off-Earth...
How Small Is An Atom?
Atoms are very weird. Wrapping your head around exactly how weird, is close to impossible – how can you describe something that is SO removed from humans experience? But then again, they kind of...
