life's little mysteries
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Why do most mammals have 5 fingers?
By Katherine Irving published
The simple question of "why five" has puzzled scientists from multiple fields, and the answer still isn't entirely clear.
Why do dogs sniff each other's butts?
By Clarissa Brincat published
And like dogs, why do cats also sniff fellow felines' behinds?
How do cats land on their feet?
By Marlowe Starling published
Cats are masters of contortion — and the laws of physics — which helps them stick the landing more times than not.
Can humans see ultraviolet light?
By Tyler Santora published
Ultraviolet has very short and energetic wavelengths that are shorter than violet on the visible spectrum. But can people see UV?
Why does striking flint against steel start a fire?
By Laurel Hamers published
What's the science behind starting a fire with flint and steel?
Can faking a smile make you feel happier?
By Tyler Santora published
Lab research often gives one answer about whether smiling can make you feel happier, but does that translate to the real world?
Why do cats' claws retract but dogs' claws don't?
By Skyler Ware published
Why don't dogs claws retract like felines' do?
Why do people feel like they're being watched, even when no one is there?
By Angely Mercado published
The causes range from innocuous media exposure to severe mental illness.
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