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From poisonous plants to venomous snakes and even lethal laughter, there are a surprising number of things that will kill you in under an hour. From consuming too much salt to being a couch potato, ...

The number and morphology of mitochondria vary between cells, tissues and species. Proteomic characterization of mitochondrial proteins has revealed that they are highly dynamic, changing during ...

White mold on bread is usually caused by a type of fungi known as Penicillium. This type of fungi grows best in warm, dark, and moist environments. It can produce mycotoxins, which are toxic ...

Researchers are constantly discovering new insects, and some of them are shockingly small. For instance, the smallest insect in the world is a beetle called Scydosella musawasensis that’s just 0.139 ...

In addition to exploring possible shapes future species might take, speculative biology often seeks real-world explanations for fantastical creatures (like dragons that breathe fire). This trend can ...

A distortion mirror, also known as a funhouse mirror or carnival mirror is a special type of mirror that reflects distorted images. They are often used at fairs and carnivals to entertain children.

Starlight Glimmer is a lilac purple unicorn with a teal mane and tail and a cutie mark of a purple star with two streams of blue glimmering from it. She also has a dark side. Starlight is the leader ...

The question of whether or not machines can think has been debated for decades. There are several types of tests that have been proposed. One of the most well known is the Turing test, which requires ...

For centuries, cosmetics have been a big part of daily life. Ancient recipes and ingredients continue to amaze scientists, who use them for skincare & fragrances. The Egyptians were big on appearance ...

Puffer fish—also known as puffers, balloonfish, bubblefish or blowies—are a diverse group of marine and freshwater species. They have a unique ability to increase their size, or “puff up,” when ...

Down syndrome can be treated with medications and surgery. Children with Down syndrome may need to see a gastroenterologist, cardiologist and other specialists. For example, babies with Down syndrome ...