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What the ozone hole that everyone was talking about in the 1990s looks like today
The ozone hole, much talked about in the 1980s and 1990s, has become a symbol of environmental danger. It was first discovered in 1985, when British scientists noticed that the ozone layer over Antarctica, the invisible shield that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation, was rapidly depleting. The discovery caused panic and led to…
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Scientists have discovered a creature in a cave painting that lived millions of years before humans appeared
One of the earliest forms of ancient art was rock painting. More than 40 thousand years ago, people depicted animals – bison, deer, mammoths and other species. These were the animals that our ancestors hunted. This tradition was continued by the wild tribes of South Africa in later times. However, one of their drawings, discovered…
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What types of spiders live in Russian apartments: you've definitely seen them
There are about 50,000 species of spiders on our planet. The most dangerous of them live in Australia, but there are also many different types of spiders in Russia. Many of them are completely harmless and even useful. These amazing creatures live in our apartments, helping to get rid of small pests such as moths…
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How to choose the right robot vacuum cleaner and how they differ from each other
Advertisement «OOO Top Sourcing» Wouldn't it be great if your home could keep itself clean, right? You come home from work, open the door, and you are greeted by sparkling floors, clean carpets, and fresh air. No dust or hassle with cleaning after a hard day. Sounds like science fiction. However, technology is making it…
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How to do mental work more effectively – neurobiologists share the secret
Our brain constantly tries to deceive us and work in a way that is more convenient for it, and not in the way we want. A striking example of this is procrastination, when, when solving a problem, the mind finds a reason to get distracted from it under any pretext. In addition, scientists have noticed…
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5 Ancient Monsters That Lived in Modern Russia
One of the most famous ancient animals that lived on the territory of modern Russia was the woolly mammoth. This Ice Age giant reached 3.5 meters in height and could weigh up to 7 tons. In the cold corners of Russia, bones of these majestic creatures are still found, about which science knows many fascinating…
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How Cats Manage to Squeeze Through the Tightest of Crevices – Here’s Their Secret
Cats are famous for their incredible flexibility and ability to get into very narrow cracks and holes. This even prompted scientists to conduct a humorous study in 2014 – are cats liquids. But seriously, these animals really deserve attention, as their skeleton is specially designed, which allows them to be more flexible than many other…
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At the end of September, the Earth will have a “second Moon”: everything you need to know
We all know very well that the Earth has only one natural satellite — the Moon. It is clearly visible in the night sky and has been the object of close attention of astronomers since time immemorial. The Moon holds many secrets that scientists continue to explore to this day. But did you know that…
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Why do we forget what we were just thinking about?
How often have you found yourself in a situation where a thought that just flashed through your mind suddenly disappeared, leaving you feeling confused? This phenomenon is extremely common and is of great interest to researchers studying the work of the human brain. Fortunately, in recent years, the scientific community has made significant progress in…
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3 Ways to Change Eye Color: How Much Does It Cost and How Safe Is It
Some people are ready to do a lot to change their appearance and adjust it to the standards of modern beauty. For example, many girls decide to have breast and buttock augmentation surgeries, and also pump up their lips. Modern surgery can do anything – the main thing is that clients pay money. For example,…