A Moment of Science

A tusked and tufted deer 23.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Learn more about the tufted deer with today's A Moment of Science!

Brain waves and social behavior 22.12.2022 2:00 ↓

The complex circuitry of the brain is the source of our emotions, thoughts, and behavior. One of the most important types of behavior, in humans and other animals, are social interactions with others.

When the sky flashes green 21.12.2022 2:00 ↓

It might sound like a fairy tale detail, but sometimes the sky can briefly turn green. How does this happen?

Reflections in a spoon 20.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Why do reflections change depending on the side of a spoon?

The incredible walking sticks 19.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Learn more about stick bugs with today's A Moment of Science!

Bubble trouble: How to calm a shaken can of soda 16.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Either intentionally or not, we've all unfortunately opened a can of soda that was shaken. Find out how to potentially avoid this bubble trouble with today's A Moment of Science.

The significance of glass color 15.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Have you ever wondered why wine bottles are traditionally olive green? Today's A Moment of Science has an answer.

Dinosaurs in the snow 14.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Scientists used to think dinosaurs were like giant lizards and not capable of living in cold climates. That no longer seems to be the case.

The science of sweetened condensed milk 13.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Sweetened condensed milk is a key ingredient in many delicious recipes. Why exactly was it created in the first place?

Amazon's biodiversity enhanced by river movement 12.12.2022 2:00 ↓

The Amazon is home to some of the greatest biodiversity on the planet. How is this made possible?

Making clouds in your kitchen 09.12.2022 2:00 ↓

When you heat up a kettle, it often seems like you can see the steam rising from it. What exactly are those white clouds made of?

Sea turtles navigate by the magnetic field 08.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Many animal species travel great distances each year. How do they avoid getting lost on the way to their destinations?

The desert where rain is deadly 07.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Learn more about the weather in the Atacama Desert of Northern Chile.

The impact of an underwater volcanic eruption 06.12.2022 2:00 ↓

An underwater volcano eruption earlier this year could have long-term impacts on the global climate.

How temperature impacts the perfect cup of coffee 05.12.2022 2:00 ↓

What's the secret to making the perfect cup of coffee? Temperature plays a key role.

How long is a day on each planet in the solar system? 02.12.2022 2:00 ↓

How long does a day last on other planets?

Rediscovered: The world's largest bee 01.12.2022 2:00 ↓

Megachile pluto, commonly called “Wallace’s giant bee” is the world’s largest bee. And perhaps the most elusive.

Ancient settlements in the Amazon 30.11.2022 2:00 ↓

Archeological evidence shows people have lived on the Amazon for thousands of years. New research sheds further light on what these early settlements looked like.

The question of a rock and a rowboat 29.11.2022 2:00 ↓

If you drop a rock overboard from a boat, does the water surface rise?

Vegetarian birds have more friends 28.11.2022 2:00 ↓

How does diet impact social life? It turns out vegetarian birds of a feather really do flock together.

Knowing your emotions can reduce anger 25.11.2022 2:00 ↓

While anger can lead to aggression for some, it doesn't in everyone. This difference comes down to emotional differentiation.

Ancient dogs got bigger to guard livestock 24.11.2022 2:00 ↓

Over a relatively short period of 6,000 years, dogs got larger on average. This change didn't come down to simple chance.

How rainbow weevils get their spots 23.11.2022 2:00 ↓

Learn more about why the spots that give the rainbow weevil its name with today's A Moment of Science!

Dinosaur snouts as air conditioning 22.11.2022 2:00 ↓

A dinosaur's nose was surprisingly useful, especially when it needed to cool down.

Why are dogs so friendly towards humans? 21.11.2022 2:00 ↓

We think of dogs as man's best friend, but why does this relationship exist?