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Why Is the Ocean Different Colors in Different Places?

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Ocean water is not actually blue, but appears in different shades for many reasons.

Could Breadfruit Be the Next Superfood?

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Breadfruit is a staple fruit that grows in the tropics has the potential to provide food security to millions. So what exactly is it and who's eating it?

Pimento Cheese: The Southern Staple With Northern Roots

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You probably equate pimento cheese with the South. But it actually got its start in the North. We'll tell you all about that, and how to make it.

Hematite, a Shape-shifting Mineral From the Stone Age

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You can find hematite found all over Earth, as well as Mars. The bloodstone the main source of iron and is also used in jewelry and painting.

Rare Groundcherry Could Soon Be Everywhere, Thanks to Gene Editing

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Hundreds of crops in developing countries are relatively unknown in the developed world because they're often hard to grow or export. But scientists have found that CRISPR editing can speed up traditional plant breeding techniques.