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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...

    Why are wind turbine blades shaped the way they are?

    Why are wind turbine blades shaped the way they are?

    For today's question, James Tytko takes on Janey's query on the shape of modern wind turbine blades and draws a comparison with old fashioned windmills: why such different designs? Professor of Renewable Energy Simon Hogg from Durham University provides the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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    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

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    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

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    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

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