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Reading a Codon Chart and Identifying Amino Acids

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If you're studying genetics, molecular biology or a related field, odds are good that you will need to learn how to read a codon chart (aka codon table) to better understand the genetic code.

10 Whistleblowers and the Horrors They Exposed

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When people leak knowledge of illicit or immoral activities, they're thrust onto the world stage. Here are 10 whistleblowers who made big waves.

How do gazelles use body language?

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Gazelle body language includes jumping, with legs held stiff, in the face of an approaching predator. Learn the nuances of gazelle body language.

Why Is Ambergris (Whale Poop) So Valuable?

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If you're wandering on the beach and happen upon a large mass of some sort of waxy substance, take a closer look. It could be the rare 'floating gold' of the sea: ambergris.

How many insects are there on Earth?

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Are you wondering how many insect are there on earth? Check out this article and learn how many insects there are on earth.

Why E.O. Wilson Was Called the 'Darwin of the 21st Century'

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Edward Osborne "E.O." Wilson never grew out of his "bug period" as a child and, as a result, became one of the world's foremost experts on the subject of ants.

Food Fermentation: How Microorganisms Make Food Delicious

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Our ancestors survived long winters because of fermented foods, but what health benefits do they have for modern humans?

How did language evolve?

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Let's assume that long ago Homo sapiens communicated by grunting at one another. How and when did all those grunting sounds evolve into a verb tenses, clauses and proper nouns?

The Dumbo Octopus Is a Deep Sea Ballerina

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Deep in the ocean, living in eternal darkness, is the dumbo octopus (of the genus Grimpoteuthis), a creature that few humans have seen face-to-face. When someone is lucky enough to spot one, they're often captivated by its charms.

The Mysterious Skeletons in Ben Franklin's Basement

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Human bones were found in the basement of Benjamin Franklin's London home. Lots of human bones. Was one of America's most venerated Founding Fathers a criminal of the worst kind?

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