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The Engineering Battle for the Sky

Today, skyscrapers can be found in nearly every major city. In fact, cities seem to compete to see who can build the tallest building. Though buildings keep getting taller, engineers have faced many challenges along … Read more

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How Do Flying Saucer Clouds Form?

Have you ever laid on the ground and looked for shapes in the clouds. You might have seen different animals, hearts, or racecars. But have you ever seen one that looks like a flying saucer? … Read more

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Don’t Sweat It!

Have you ever been playing outside on a hot day when you notice your face and hair are all wet? What happened? Don’t sweat it—it’s just sweat! You don’t even notice it is happening, but … Read more

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Create Your Own Fun Frozen Flavors

Did you know that ice pops were invented by an 11-year-old boy? In 1905, 11-year-old Frank Epperson accidentally left a soda mixture out in the cold all night. It froze, and in the morning he … Read more

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Summer of the Cicadas

When cicadas emerge, they molt, or shed their nymph exoskeleton. This spring and summer, some parts of the United States will be overwhelmed with cicadas as two different broods emerge at the same time. A … Read more

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Advances in Prosthetic Technology

You might have seen people with wooden peg legs or metal hook-shaped hands in movies. These are early examples of prosthetics that could have been used by anyone who had lost a hand or leg. … Read more

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Be Prepared for a Bumpy Ride!

“Ladies and gentlemen, the captain has turned on the fasten seatbelts sign. Please take your seats. We are experiencing some turbulence.” Hearing this on your flight might be alarming, but a recent study shows that … Read more