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The Science Behind America's Cleanest Lake

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The United States has more than 100,000 lakes, so figuring out which one of them is the cleanest takes more than guesswork; you need science.

This Bizarre Phenomenon Explains Why You Suddenly See The Same Thing Everywhere

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Have you ever learned a new word only to start hearing that word used everywhere? Science has a name for this, and it's more common than you think.

Drinking Sports Drinks Every Day Could Have An Unexpected Effect On Your Health

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Sports drinks are marketed as healthy beverages, but in reality, they aren't much better for you than the sugary drinks that are so often vilified.

Scientists Reconstructed A 3.7 Million-Year-Old Face. What They Saw Raises A Big Question

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The face of an ancient human fossil has only ever been known for its crushed visage -- until now. But reconstruction efforts only raised new questions.

The Deepest Part Of The Ocean That Isn't The Mariana Trench

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the ocean, but another part of the world has a different trench that's home to its own unique ecosystem.

This Creepy Animal Occupation Is Even Riskier Than You Think

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Working with dangerous animals comes with a fair share of risk, but in the case of this rare occupation, that risk is well worth it, helping to save lives.

Scientists Finally Solved The Mystery Behind Why Your Molecules Are Right- Or Left-Handed

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

One of the mysteries of chemistry is why nature favors the left- or right-handedness of certain molecules, but we may have found some answers.

The Eating Habit That Could Increase Your Early Death Risk

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Many people don't give a lot of thought to what they're putting in their bodies, but some food choices could be leading to a risk of an early death.

Not Bedbugs, Not Dust Mites: This Is Actually The Grossest Thing About Your Mattress

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Your mattress is home to many unpleasant residents, many of which are actually attracted to what you're likely leaving behind in your bed every night.

In The '60s, The US Military Detonated A Nuke In Outer Space. They Didn't Expect What Happened Next.

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

During the Cold War, the U.S. military wanted to demonstrate their power, but sending a nuclear weapon into space had major long-term effects.

Scientists Say This Annoying Reflex Could Be An Evolutionary Leftover From Our Aquatic Ancestors

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:25:00 +0000

There's nothing you can do to control your reflexes, even the annoying ones, but scientists believe that there's an evolutionary reason for them.

Why Death By A Saw-Scaled Viper Is One Of The Worst Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0000

There are lots of unpleasant ways to die out there, but the saw-scaled viper packs a bite that could kill you in a particularly gruesome way.

The Body Part That Explains Why Humans Get Ear Infections

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Ear infections are a miserable experience for everyone involved, but their source begins in one body part that you probably haven't heard of.

The Excruciating Science Behind Stingray Venom And Why It's So Painful

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Even though wading through the surf is usually a serene experience, there could be a stingray lurking in the sand waiting to give you a dose of hurt.

Scientists Found 2 New Ways To Break Down PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Water

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The fact that PFAS stick around forever means they're accumulating in the environment, but we may have found some ways to remove them from our water.

This Two-Ingredient Cake Is A Science Experiment In Disguise

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Baking is a great way to get delicious desserts, but it can also be tedious, that's why you should try making a two-ingredient cake instead.

You Should Think Twice Before Popping Your Pimples

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Everybody gets pimples from time to time, and it can be hard to resist the urge to pop them, but you might want to think again before you squeeze.

Not Skin, Not Hair: Scientists Say This Body Part Is A Great Indicator Of Health

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Monitoring the health and quality of your skin and hair is a good way to keep track of your overall health, but there are other indicators as well.

The Mesmerizing Full Moon Phenomenon You Can Experience In August

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The full moon has been an object of fascination for all of human history, and August's full moon is no exception. Here's what you need to know about it.

Noise Has An Unexpected Effect On A Spider Web

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Each of us is a product of our environments, including spiders which modify how they construct their webs to compensate for their sonic environment.