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Sciworthy

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Which Workouts Burn the Most Calories?

Posted on September 20, 2017June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

In addition to good diet, exercise is a cornerstone to a healthy lifestyle. Even a short walk during your lunch break can do wonders for…

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    Writing the Alphabet of Life

    Posted on September 20, 2017October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

    When studying the origin of life on Earth, scientists must rely on past data, physical laws, and models  instead of direct observations.…

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      Pesticide exposure is harmful for queen bees

      Posted on September 11, 2017December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

      Bees are important pollinators for plants not only in our home gardens, but in productive agricultural fields and natural environments…

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        Infants Got Talent!

        Posted on August 29, 2017December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

        According to the results of a study by researchers from the University of Washington, babies can perceive pitch better than adults, despite…

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          Sunscreen: Hero for Humans, Villain for Marine Life?

          Posted on August 22, 2017December 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Have you ever spent extra time at the store trying to decide which sunscreen to purchase? We try to protect ourselves from the Sun’s…

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            The Genetic Origins of the Water Bear, Earth’s Most Resilient Organism

            Posted on August 17, 2017October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

            No living organism can survive in the dead of space, right? The unlikely exception: water bears. Also known by their scientific name,…

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              Would a Self-Driving Car Kill You If it Had the Chance?

              Posted on August 7, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

              What started out as a study of ethical decision making for self-driving cars turned into a study of human psychology. How do we decide, when…

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                Why don’t woodpeckers get headaches?

                Posted on July 31, 2017June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                Have you ever wondered why woodpeckers don’t get headaches? It is quite remarkable when you think about it. This bird, on a regular…

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                  Fossils of Ancient Shark Relative Found in South America

                  Posted on July 24, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

                  There are only two currently living species of bramble shark in existence today – Echinorhinus cookei and Echinorhinus brucus. The…

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                    4 High-Impact Lifestyle Changes That Help The Environment

                    Posted on July 19, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

                    Imagine a kitchen in a busy household — dirty dishes piled in the sink, leftovers cold on the counter, and utensils strewn about.…

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