BrainStuff

Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore -- and explain -- the everyday science in the world around us.

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BrainStuff Classics: What Is Red Snow?
Snow usually appears white, but it can come in a few other colors -- and in the case of red snow, that vibrant color may be a warning from Mother Nature. Learn why in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/climate-weather/atmospheric/amazing-and-alarming-science-behind-red-snow.htm
6 min
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Have We Found the First Planet Outside the Milk...
Planets are small and difficult to spot out in the vast reaches of space, but researchers think they've identified one in another galaxy for the first time. Learn more about M51-ULS-1b in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/first-planet-outside-milky-way-news.htm
6 min
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Where Do Baby Vegetables Come From?
From snack-sized carrots to miniature artichokes, we love li'l veggies -- and have a number of ways to produce them. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://recipes.howstuffworks.com/where-do-baby-veggies-come-from.htm
7 min
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What Is the Mojave Megaphone?
Deep in the Mojave Desert, a set of large metal cones are permanently embedded in the rocky terrain. Learn what we do (and don't) know about it in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/mojave-desert-megaphone.htm
5 min
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Can Solar Panels Power Cars?
Enthusiasts and automakers alike add solar panels to help power vehicles. Learn the history and potential future in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://auto.howstuffworks.com/fuel-efficiency/vehicles/solar-cars.htm
6 min
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Is Going Sockless Unhealthy?
Any fashion concerns aside, going sockless in closed shoes can be hazardous to the health of your feet. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/hygiene-tips/sockless-bad-for-feet.htm
4 min
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BrainStuff Classics: How Can Robots Help Catch ...
4 min
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BrainStuff Classics: Could the Waterbed Make a ...
6 min
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How Do Mink Work?
6 min
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Should You Ditch Your Backup Plans?
5 min
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How Do Fungal Pesticides Work?
4 min
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How Does Crowd Control Work?
6 min
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How Do Anglerfish Work?
5 min
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BrainStuff Classics: Can Beaches Be Saved by Ad...
6 min
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BrainStuff Classics: Why Do We Feel Hungry When...
4 min
91
Why Are Death Cap Mushrooms Invading America?
6 min
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Can You Really Shatter Glass with a High Note?
4 min
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Could Thorium Revamp Nuclear Energy?
6 min
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Why Do Flamingos Stand on One Leg?
5 min
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Why Are Some Foods 'Breakfast Foods'?
In North America and parts of Europe, food and drinks like bacon, eggs, cereal, coffee, and orange juice https://recipes.howstuffworks.com/breakfast-foods.htm
7 min
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BrainStuff Classics: How Do Sea Spiders Breathe...
3 min
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BrainStuff Classics: When Will Arlington Cemete...
7 min
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How Does the Cerebellum Work?
6 min
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Who's Been Sending NASA Flowers for Thirty Years?
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How Does the Invasive Joro Spider Work?
5 min