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Pepper Pot: The Hearty Soup That Boosted Morale in War

During the Revolutionary War, a culinary concoction known as Pepper Pot soup played a key role in boosting the morale of George Washington's starving and freezing troops.

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The Cosmic Symphony: Exploring the Sounds of the Universe

Did you know? The universe has a background hum, and this is not widely known.

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Revolutionary Breakthrough: The Invention of Laminated Glass

Laminated glass, widely used in windshields to prevent shattering, was accidentally discovered by French artist and chemist Edouard Benedictus.

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The Surprising Electrical Abilities of the Electric Eel

Electric eels can emit a charge strong enough to light up 10 electric bulbs.

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The Strid: England’s Surprisingly Dangerous Stream

A picturesque, shallow-looking stream in Yorkshire, England, is actually one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world.

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The Surprising Science Behind Popcorn's Explosive Burst

Popcorn kernels have a built-in 'explosion' mechanism that enables them to pop under heat.

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The Tardigrade: a Remarkably Resilient Micro-Animal

Tardigrades, often known as 'water bears,' are microscopic creatures known for their colossal resilience and survival abilities in extremely harsh conditions.

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Intricate Designs: Exploring Snowflakes Through a Microscope

Snowflakes, when observed under a microscope, exhibit unique and intricate designs.

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Understanding the Antioxidant Benefits Found in Wine

Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in wine and grapes, was discovered by a molecule professor who accidentally split a molecule of dylin.

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Unveiling the Enigmatic Microquasar Ss 433 in Deep Space

SS 433 is an extraordinary microquasar, located approximately 18,000 light-years away in the constellation Aquila. First discovered in the late 1970s, it continues to astonish astronomers with its unique appearance and behaviors.

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Skunk Cabbage a Plant with Self-Heating Capability

The skunk cabbage, native to North American wetlands, is a unique plant that can generate its own heat, even melting snow around it in the winter.

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Understanding the Radioactivity Found in Brazil Nuts

Brazil nuts are the most naturally radioactive food due to their high levels of radium.

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The Decoy Effect: Influencing Choices with a Clever Trick

The Decoy Effect uses a less appealing third option to influence decisions, pushing consumers toward pricier choices by making them seem more attractive.

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Understanding the Risks of Spontaneous Combustion in Rags

Oil-soaked rags can spontaneously combust and start a fire.

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The Fascinating Sound Phenomenon of Rubber Duck Quacks

Rubber duckies, very popular bath toys for kids, have an interesting physics behind their quacking sound.

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Tracking Elusive Prime Numbers: The Quest of a Mathematician

The largest known prime number, as of January 2019, was discovered not by a mathematician or scientist but an electrical engineer.

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Octopuses Possess an Impressive Three-Heart System

Octopuses are known for their intelligence and flexibility but lesser known is the fact that they actually have three hearts.

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Deep-Sea Photosynthesis: Illuminating Life in Ocean Depths

Certain species of bacteria found in deep sea hydrothermal vents are capable of a unique form of photosynthesis.

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1816: The Year the World Experienced a Summerless Season

The year 1816 is known as 'The Year Without a Summer' because of severe climate abnormalities.

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The Ever-Growing Cosmos: Exploring Universal Expansion

Astronomers Edwin Hubble and Georges Lemaître were instrumental in theorising and proving the fact that the universe is expanding.

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The Rare Spectacle Known as the 'Fire Rainbow' Phenomenon

Contrary to its fiery name, a fire rainbow is an optical phenomenon that occurs when sunlight interacts with ice crystals present in high altitude clouds.

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Silent Melodies: The Rise of Noise-Free Karaoke Trends

Known as 'Hitokara', solo karaoke in Japan is performed in silence, without singing out loud, to respect the quiet atmosphere.

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The Understated Evolution of Electric and Sustainable Cars

Electric cars are required by law in some countries to make artificial noise.

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Exploring the Rare Phenomenon of the Green Flash at Sunset

A green flash is a rare optical phenomenon that can occur around sunrise or sunset, in which a temporary green spot is visible above the sun.

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Welcome to I Had No Clue!

Pepper Pot: The Hearty Soup That Boosted Morale in War

During the Revolutionary War, a culinary concoction known as Pepper Pot soup played a key role in boosting the morale of George Washington's starving and freezing troops.

The Cosmic Symphony: Exploring the Sounds of the Universe

Did you know? The universe has a background hum, and this is not widely known.

Revolutionary Breakthrough: The Invention of Laminated Glass

Laminated glass, widely used in windshields to prevent shattering, was accidentally discovered by French artist and chemist Edouard Benedictus.

The Surprising Electrical Abilities of the Electric Eel

Electric eels can emit a charge strong enough to light up 10 electric bulbs.

The Strid: England’s Surprisingly Dangerous Stream

A picturesque, shallow-looking stream in Yorkshire, England, is actually one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world.

The Surprising Science Behind Popcorn's Explosive Burst

Popcorn kernels have a built-in 'explosion' mechanism that enables them to pop under heat.

The Tardigrade: a Remarkably Resilient Micro-Animal

Tardigrades, often known as 'water bears,' are microscopic creatures known for their colossal resilience and survival abilities in extremely harsh conditions.

Intricate Designs: Exploring Snowflakes Through a Microscope

Snowflakes, when observed under a microscope, exhibit unique and intricate designs.

Understanding the Antioxidant Benefits Found in Wine

Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in wine and grapes, was discovered by a molecule professor who accidentally split a molecule of dylin.

Unveiling the Enigmatic Microquasar Ss 433 in Deep Space

SS 433 is an extraordinary microquasar, located approximately 18,000 light-years away in the constellation Aquila. First discovered in the late 1970s, it continues to astonish astronomers with its unique appearance and behaviors.

Skunk Cabbage a Plant with Self-Heating Capability

The skunk cabbage, native to North American wetlands, is a unique plant that can generate its own heat, even melting snow around it in the winter.

Understanding the Radioactivity Found in Brazil Nuts

Brazil nuts are the most naturally radioactive food due to their high levels of radium.

The Decoy Effect: Influencing Choices with a Clever Trick

The Decoy Effect uses a less appealing third option to influence decisions, pushing consumers toward pricier choices by making them seem more attractive.

Understanding the Risks of Spontaneous Combustion in Rags

Oil-soaked rags can spontaneously combust and start a fire.

The Fascinating Sound Phenomenon of Rubber Duck Quacks

Rubber duckies, very popular bath toys for kids, have an interesting physics behind their quacking sound.

Tracking Elusive Prime Numbers: The Quest of a Mathematician

The largest known prime number, as of January 2019, was discovered not by a mathematician or scientist but an electrical engineer.

Octopuses Possess an Impressive Three-Heart System

Octopuses are known for their intelligence and flexibility but lesser known is the fact that they actually have three hearts.

Deep-Sea Photosynthesis: Illuminating Life in Ocean Depths

Certain species of bacteria found in deep sea hydrothermal vents are capable of a unique form of photosynthesis.

1816: The Year the World Experienced a Summerless Season

The year 1816 is known as 'The Year Without a Summer' because of severe climate abnormalities.

The Ever-Growing Cosmos: Exploring Universal Expansion

Astronomers Edwin Hubble and Georges Lemaître were instrumental in theorising and proving the fact that the universe is expanding.

The Rare Spectacle Known as the 'Fire Rainbow' Phenomenon

Contrary to its fiery name, a fire rainbow is an optical phenomenon that occurs when sunlight interacts with ice crystals present in high altitude clouds.

Silent Melodies: The Rise of Noise-Free Karaoke Trends

Known as 'Hitokara', solo karaoke in Japan is performed in silence, without singing out loud, to respect the quiet atmosphere.

The Understated Evolution of Electric and Sustainable Cars

Electric cars are required by law in some countries to make artificial noise.

Exploring the Rare Phenomenon of the Green Flash at Sunset

A green flash is a rare optical phenomenon that can occur around sunrise or sunset, in which a temporary green spot is visible above the sun.

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