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Why does striking flint against steel start a fire?What's the science behind starting a fire with flint and steel?
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World's thinnest gold leaf, dubbed 'goldene,' is just 1 atom thickGoldene is the latest 2D material to be made since graphene was first created in 2004.
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Inside the 20-year quest to unravel the bizarre realm of 'quantum superchemistry'Feature More than two decades ago, scientists predicted that at ultra-low temperatures, many atoms could undergo 'quantum superchemistry' and chemically react as one. They've finally shown it's real.
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Bismuth is so strongly repelled from magnets, it levitates. How?The element bismuth can "float" between magnets due to magnetic levitation. What's the science behind this phenomenon?
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Best chemistry sets: amazing at-home chemistry sets for kids and adultsGet the reaction you're looking for with the best chemistry sets for kids and adults.
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Can static electricity cause a fire?It's commonplace to get a jolt from static electricity. But does it have enough electrical charge to start a fire?
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Why are blueberries blue?We finally understand why blueberries are blue — and the secret lies not in the flesh or skin, but the waxy coating around it.
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Is copper magnetic?The reason for copper's unique properties comes down to the configuration of its electrons.
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Why does ice float?Why does ice float in water, instead of sinking to the bottom? It has to do with water's density and molecular structure.
