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A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life's most perplexing mysteries.

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    • 4.8 • 22 Ratings

A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life's most perplexing mysteries.

    Rain on the rear window

    Rain on the rear window

    The next time you're driving during a rain shower, glance back at the rear window. You'll notice that while raindrops batter the front windshield, they seem to avoid the back window as long as the car is moving. How is that possible?

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    A giant bee, rediscovered

    A giant bee, rediscovered

    Megachile pluto, commonly called “Wallace’s giant bee” is the world’s largest bee. And perhaps its most elusive.

    • 2 min
    Do you start your day with tea or coffee?

    Do you start your day with tea or coffee?

    Do you prefer the jolt of coffee or a more gentle start to your day with tea?

    • 2 min
    When every day is opposite day for your organs

    When every day is opposite day for your organs

    Situs inversus totalis means that all the organs, blood vessels, and nerves in the chest and abdomen are flipped to the opposite side.

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    Why do square waves happen?

    Why do square waves happen?

    Normally you’d just see waves coming in parallel to the shore. But what if there were also waves moving perpendicular to the shore?

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    Humans have been hanging out with cats for almost 10,000 years

    Humans have been hanging out with cats for almost 10,000 years

    A grave in Cyprus from 7500 BC shows a furry feline and human owner buried together. It’s the oldest known site of a tame cat.

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