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How Do Pop-Up Turkey Timers Work?
You can buy all kinds of fancy meat thermometers, but many turkeys are packaged with a simple pop-up timer that tells you when the bird is done. Lear…
1 year, 6 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Do Footballs Fly Farther in Denver?
Denver's Mile High Stadium sits a full mile above sea level -- is that distance really enough to make a difference in the air compared with other sta…
1 year, 6 months ago
Is There a Dark Side of the Moon?
What we sometimes call the dark side of the moon isn't always dark, but it is somewhat mysterious. Learn why we only see one side of the moon from Ea…
1 year, 6 months ago
How Does Cream of Tartar Work in Baked Goods and Beyond?
Cream of tartar is a kitchen ingredient most commonly used in baking, but it can help with everything from candy making to whipping eggs to cleaning …
1 year, 6 months ago
Do You Know These Myths About the Flu?
When it comes to influenza, what you don't know can hurt you. Learn some of the most common misconceptions about the flu (and flu vaccines), plus the…
1 year, 6 months ago
How Does Jane Goodall Work?
Dr. Jane Goodall's 60-year career has changed our understanding of chimpanzees and humanity alike. Learn how she's still working to improve our world…
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How Does the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) Work?
The DSM is a manual that U.S. healthcare professionals use to identify and diagnose mental health issues -- and it’s a continual work in progress bec…
1 year, 6 months ago
Why Can a Convicted Felon Run for U.S. President?
State laws can prevent people convicted of crimes from voting, so why do federal laws let them run for president? Learn why it's actually a good thin…
1 year, 6 months ago
How Does Xenophobia Work?
The fear and hatred of people who seem 'foreign' or 'other' can sadly pop up anywhere. Learn about xenophobia and how to fight it in this episode of …
1 year, 6 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Why Should You Stop Raking Fall Leaves?
Something has to be done with all those fall leaves, but the best option for the environment (and your lawn) isn't raking, it's mulching. Learn why, …
1 year, 6 months ago