A Moment of Science

What is the Heisenberg uncertainty principle? 07.04.2023 1:59 ↓

One of the most bewildering developments of modern physics is the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. On today's Moment of Science we'll learn what this is, and try to clear up some of the uncertainty.

Flowers choose the best pollinators 06.04.2023 2:00 ↓

It turns out flowers have some say in who carries their pollen.

Arthropods in your house 05.04.2023 2:00 ↓

They might not be welcome house guests, but your home probably has more arthropods than you think.

How does the windhover hover? 04.04.2023 2:00 ↓

Have you ever seen a raptor stay motionless in the air?

Grapefruit and your medication 03.04.2023 2:00 ↓

Did you know eating grapefruit can be ill advised, depending on your medication?

Invasive species and tornadoes 31.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Tornadoes can leave devastating destruction in their path, and impact an environment in surprising ways.

The gun embodiment effect 30.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Researchers wondered whether the act of wielding a gun would make a person perceive other people as wielding a gun as well.

Turning your world upside down 29.03.2023 1:59 ↓

See how our visual systems invert images with this simple demonstration.

Less oxygen, stronger alligator hearts 28.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Usually less oxygen leads to problems, but that isn't the case for alligator eggs.

The smooth wake from a ship 27.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Why would a ship's wake be smooth and not more chaotic? A Moment of Science explains.

The oldest known eardrums 24.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Why do ancient katydids have prehistoric significance?

Tricking your muscles, with a door frame 23.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Learn more about your muscles' sensory receptors with today's A Moment of Science!

Crows can choose if they want to call 22.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Some sounds are involuntary, but crows have the ability to determine if they want to call.

The biggest earthquake humans ever experienced 21.03.2023 2:00 ↓

There have been several devastating earthquakes in recent history. Today's A Moment of Science looks at what is suspected to be the biggest earthquake our ancestors experienced.

The complexities of feeling hangry 20.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Have you ever felt hangry? Turns out this emotion is more complex than you might think.

Getting grounded, but keeping your wings 17.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Why do flightless birds still have their wings?

Don't sweat the small stuff with moisture-wicking fabric 16.03.2023 2:00 ↓

How does moisture-wicking fabric work while you're working out?

Hills in the ocean 15.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Despite appearances from the surface, the ocean has a surprising geographical range.

Pickle me this 14.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Learn more about the widespread technique of pickling with today's A Moment of Science.

The invasive jumping worm 13.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Gardeners would tell you earthworms are a crucial species in keeping their plants healthy, but not all worms are beneficial for your plants

Wet weather leads to brighter colors 10.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Not only leaves, but rocks, soil, and road surfaces all have more intense color when they're wet than when they're dry.

Defending Earth: The impact threat 09.03.2023 2:00 ↓

An asteroid striking our planet might be a popular storyline in science fiction, but how likely is this possibility really?

Leafhoppers might be fans of climate change 08.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Find out more about leafhoppers and why they might like global warming with today's A Moment of Science.

When did humans learn to cook? 07.03.2023 2:00 ↓

Anthropologists think our ancestors solved the calorie problem by learning to cook their food with fire.

The amazing regeneration of the axolotl 06.03.2023 2:00 ↓

We’ve all heard of lab rats—but what about lab axolotls?