Life's Little Mysteries

Life's Little Mysteries answers fascinating questions about the world around you and the stuff in it, from things in the news and on your mind to crazy questions you didn't even know you had.

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What Is the World's Largest Tree?

April 29, 2013 | Article

It's not the same as the world's tallest tree.
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Why Do Cicadas Sing?

April 22, 2013 | Article

Love's got something to do with it.
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What Causes Fertilizer Explosions?

April 18, 2013 | Article

Fertilizer is behind many of the worst accidents and terrorist attacks in history.
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What Is Ricin?

April 17, 2013 | Article

The powdery poison has a nefarious past - and present.
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What Is the World's Tallest Tree?

April 15, 2013 | Article

The largest tower more than 350 feet above the ground.
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How Do Space Rockets Work Without Air?

April 09, 2013 | Article

Isaac Newton's third law of motion provides the answer.
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Why Cats Hate Car Rides

March 29, 2013 | Article

And what you can do about it.
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What's the Difference Between a Moth and a Butterfly?

March 29, 2013 | Article

Though related, there are key differences between them.
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Why Do Cats Bring Home Dead Animals?

March 29, 2013 | Article

Thanks, but I already have enough dead mice.
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Where is the Suicide Belt?

March 29, 2013 | Article

Suicide is a leading cause of death here.
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