The world can be a pretty mysterious place and we at Live Science love to ask and answer scientific questions about mysteries big and small: about ancient civilizations, our planet and our solar system, the plants and animals that live alongside us, our bodies and how they work, and the technologies that we use every day.
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What happened to Rome after the empire fell?
Rome continued on after the Western Roman Empire fell but faced war and a population crash.
Why do cats hate water?
It's a well-known fact that most cats despise getting wet. But why?
Could we ever build a transatlantic tunnel?
Will we ever have an underwater tunnel between New York and London?
Can other metals be turned into gold?
Other metals might be worth their weight in gold, but can they be turned into it?
When will the solar system die out?
After the sun goes out, what will happen to the solar system — and how long will it last?
Why do sharks freeze when flipped upside down?
Many shark species are temporarily paralyzed when turned upside down. But what benefit does this trait have?
Can your brain run out of memory?
Your memory relies on reusing, overlapping and adapting rather than on a fixed number of storage spots.
What's Earth's lowest point on land?
What's Earth's lowest spot on dry land — and how did it get to be that way?
