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What is quantum entanglement?
Quantum entanglement is one of the uber-bizarre phenomena seen when things get itty-bitty. Here's a look at how entanglement works and why it's so weird.
Physicists discover the 'Kings and Queens of Quantumness'
A new mathematical framework helps physicists define the degree of quantumness of a system
Heavy atom spills its guts in decade-long experiment
A new experiment on ultra-rare astatine could open the door to cancer treatments and new research into super-heavy atoms.
When did the 'Dark Ages of the Universe' end? This rare molecule holds the answer.
Scientists hunting for neutral hydrogen — a rare molecule that predates every star in the universe — just took a step closer to catching their prize.
How Many Chemical Elements Can You Name? 1 in 5 Americans Can't Name One.
One in 5 Americans can't name a single element on the Periodic Table.
Extreme, Hydrogen-Crushing Physicists Are Pushing Us into a 'New Era of Superconductivity'
Lanthanum, diamond crushers and advanced computer models are changing the hunt for this extreme quantum mechanical effect.
Defying Laws of Nature, Scientists Force 'Supercrystals' Into Existence
A team of physicists used lasers to create "supercrystals," even as the structures fought to not exist at all.
Chemically, Earth Is Basically a Less Volatile Version of the Sun
The elemental composition of Earth and sun are unexpectedly similar.
