The Vastness of the Universe

There are more stars in the universe than there are grains of sand on all the beaches of Earth. While estimating the exact number of stars is nearly impossible, astronomers believe there are around 100 billion stars in just our Milky Way galaxy alone. Since there are likely billions of galaxies in the universe, the total number of stars is mind-bog

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The Eiffel Tower's Unique Response to Heat

The Eiffel Tower, one of the most iconic landmarks in Paris, can actually grow taller during the summer months. This happens because metal expands when it is heated. The tower, made of wrought iron, can increase in height by up to 15 cm (6 inches) when the temperature rises. This is a natural physical reaction to the increase in heat. A Marvel of

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The Microbiome in Our Bodies

Did you know that the number of bacterial cells in your body outnumbers your human cells  While humans have approximately 37.2 trillion human cells, we have an estimated 40 trillion bacterial cells living inside us, primarily in our gut. These bacteria are part of our microbiome, a complex ecosystem that plays a vital role in digestion, immune sys

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Sharks Have Existed for Millions of Years

Sharks are some of the oldest creatures on Earth, having existed for more than 400 million years. That’s even longer than the earliest trees, which evolved around 350 million years ago. Sharks have survived through multiple mass extinctions and are considered one of the most successful species in Earth’s history, adapting to different environme

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