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Each week we set out to solve one of the world's weirdest, wackiest, funniest and funkiest scientific puzzles. And along with the answer there's a brand new question to think about for next time...

Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists Dr Chris Smith

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Each week we set out to solve one of the world's weirdest, wackiest, funniest and funkiest scientific puzzles. And along with the answer there's a brand new question to think about for next time...

    Is maths the easiest school subject to remember?

    Is maths the easiest school subject to remember?

    While helping his son with his maths revision, Andrew was struck by the ease with which he slipped back into the groove of the subject. He wants to know why that might be. James Tytko sought to find out with help from Catherine Loveday, neuropsychologist at the University of Westminster... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 4 min.
    Why do we need to keep replacing our cells?

    Why do we need to keep replacing our cells?

    James Tytko answers listener John's question with the help of Professor of Cardiovascular Health, Nadia Rosenthal... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 4 min.
    What kills an unused car battery?

    What kills an unused car battery?

    Thanks to Rhod Jervis for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 3 min.
    What is responsible for a coffee's foam?

    What is responsible for a coffee's foam?

    Thanks to Steven Abbott for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 3 min.
    Are the laws of physics consistent around the universe?

    Are the laws of physics consistent around the universe?

    James Tytko asked Toby Wiseman, professor of theoretical physics at Imperial College London, to answer this question from listener Daniel... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 5 min.
    Why does some plastic lose its flexibility over time?

    Why does some plastic lose its flexibility over time?

    Jimmie sends in this week's question, seeking an answer as to why plastic loses its flexibility. James Tytko took on the question with the help of Chemistry World's Phillip Broadwith... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

    • 5 min.

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