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What Is Boyle's Law and Why Do I Already Know It?
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Boyle's Law describes the relationship between pressure and the volume of a container with gas in it. As the volume of the container decreases, the pressure inside the container increases.
Why Do We Say We're 'In a Pickle'?
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Ever found yourself in a pickle and wondered, "Hey, why the heck do we call it a pickle?" Let's see if we can swim through the brine and find out.
Australia Has More Than One Pink Lake (Many More!)
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Australia's western coast boasts such pink wonders. But what gives these lakes their pink hue?
Striking a Match in the Loo Helps Mask the PU
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We hold our nose and investigate.
Lapis Lazuli Found in Teeth of Medieval European Woman
The pigment ultramarine was as expensive as gold in medieval Europe; so how did it end up in the teeth of a nun buried at a monastery in rural Germany?
How Do Lava Lamps Work? The Science Behind Liquid Motion
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You've seen them. Those iconic, mesmerizing liquid sculptures that dance inside a glass bottle, casting a warm and nostalgic glow. Yes, we're talking about the lava lamp. But, how do lava lamps work?
Who Invented the Dishwasher?
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We can thank a woman named Josephine Cochrane for this timesaver.
Massive 'Angel Oak' Has Witnessed 500 Years of South Carolina History
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On Johns Island, South Carolina, stands an oak tree so big and beautiful that people come just to stand under its branches and feel the magic.
Polio Doc Jean Macnamara's Work Proves Viruses Can Be Vanquished
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Dame Jean Macnamara's research helped lead to the Salk vaccine for polio. Her lasting legacy as an advocate for people with disabilities lives on today.
What Three Jobs Match Your Personality?
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There's nothing worse than having a job that doesn't line up with your personality. If you've been wondering which jobs might be right for you, you've come to the right place. Think of us as your personal career counselor!