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Tag: Chemistry

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Where did the galaxy get its carbon?

Posted on October 5, 2026August 19, 2026 by Ben Pauley

Researchers compared computer models with observations of stars in the Milky Way, and found that massive stars are the dominant source of…

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    What the ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz can teach us about conservation

    Posted on January 15, 2019June 25, 2025 by Sciworthy

    Scientists use advanced lab techniques to examine every detail of the ruby slippers to understand what they are made of, the age of the…

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      Cave Bears Probably Did Eat Their Vegetables

      Posted on May 21, 2018June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

      Modern bears, while typically thought of as carnivores, actually have a wide variety of dietary preferences. Some eat only meat while others…

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