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Scientists watch a single electron move during a chemical reaction for first time ever

For the first time, scientists visualized how electrons behave during a chemical reaction, which could help reduce unwanted byproducts in future chemistry.

Scientists just recreated the universe's first ever molecules — and the results challenge our understanding of the early cosmos

In a first, scientists have recreated the formation of the first ever molecules in the universe to learn more about early star formation.

By Perri Thaler Published 4 August 25

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Plant leaves spark with electricity during thunderstorms — and that could be altering our air quality in unpredictable ways

During thunderstorms, leaves from trees and other plants create mini electric discharges that can significantly alter the surrounding air quality. But researchers are unsure if this is beneficial or harmful.

By Harry Baker Published 21 October 22
Scientists find a simple way to destroy 'forever chemicals' — by beheading them

PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down in nature, can be beheaded with a simple, inexpensive method.

By Stephanie Pappas Published 24 August 22

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