Why Does Paper Get Weaker When Wet? Unraveling the Chemistry Behind Its Vulnerability to Moisture

CHEMISTRY 02.27.2024 07:00 AM

Discover why paper is more prone to disintegrate when wet by understanding its composition compared to its dry state.

Tough and Fluorescent Self-Healing Materials Could Enhance Creation of Functional Polymers

02.27.2024 02:40 AM

A team of researchers has developed a binary copolymer which displays self-healing properties against damage. Find out more about it in this article.

3,700-Year-Old Lipstick Discovered in Iran Could Be the Oldest Ever Found; Ancient Cosmetics Bears Resemblance to Modern Ingredients

02.26.2024 09:08 AM

Ancient lipstick found in Iran contains pigment which could be among the world’s oldest cosmetics. Find out more about it in this article.

Why Ice Floats: Decoding the Scientific Mystery of Its Gravity-Defying Nature in Water

02.22.2024 04:35 AM

Discover the intriguing phenomenon of ice defying intuition and floating in water, attributed to its lower density resulting from distinctive water behavior.

Why Is Feldspar Always Wet? Investigating the Structure and Chemical Properties of Silicate Mineral Group

02.07.2024 08:00 AM

An investigation of the atomic surface of some feldspars reveals why this group of silicate minerals bond with water so easily. Read the article to find out more.

Red Mud Can Be a Source of Climate-Friendly Steel by Reducing Oxygen From Iron Oxide [Study]

01.25.2024 05:55 AM

A simple chemical process can extract useful iron from red mud and turn it into steel. Continue reading to learn more.

What Is Nitrogen Hypoxia? Alabama's Historic Execution Method Highlights Ongoing Challenges in Lethal Injection Procedures

01.23.2024 08:40 AM

Alabama deems nitrogen execution "humane," but skeptics cast doubt as the state plans to proceed this week unless legal intervention occurs. Read on to learn more details.

Chemical Reaction in Electrode Surface Could Help Design More Efficient Renewable Energy Technologies

01.17.2024 04:00 AM

A new study revealed how proton-coupled electron transfers happen at an electrode surface. Continue reading to learn more.

Are Paper Straws Really Worth It? This 'Eco-Friendly' Alternative Poses Unseen Threats to Environmental Health

01.16.2024 08:21 AM

A 2023 Belgian study reveals that paper straws labeled as "eco-friendly" harbor PFAS, promoting stainless steel as a sustainable alternative or completely abstaining from using straws. Continue reading to learn more details.

Best Science Experiments for Toddlers

12.29.2023 01:30 AM

With the help and supervision of an adult, toddlers can be exposed to the world fo science through fun science experiments. Read to find out some of the best science experiments for toddlers.

How To Identify Uranium Glass? Here’s the Easiest Way To Spot a Vaseline Glass

12.07.2023 10:00 AM

You can use a UV light to identify a genuine uranium glass easily. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Art Jarka) How to Identify Uranium Glass? Here's The Easiest Way to Spot a Vaseline Glass Uranium glass is popular for its beauty, with some collectors and enthusiasts investing in them.

Hair Care Products Release Volatile Compounds, Affecting Indoor Air Quality

12.06.2023 04:32 AM

Hair care products release volatile organic compounds from heat styling techniques, like straightening, intensify the emission of these compounds and affecting indoor air quality. Continue reading to learn more.

How STEM Education Unites Us for Global Success

12.04.2023 20:04 PM

STEM education has become more relevant in our busy, technology-focused world. It's vital for preparing the next generation to navigate and innovate in a complex, technology-driven world. For instance, the No Labels movement, which supports bipartisan cooperation, sees STEM education as crucial for overcoming national challenges. No Labels encourages such collaborative efforts across political divisions by rallying behind STEM to create a future where everyone can prosper in the diverse global landscape.

Metals Possess Self-Healing Capacity When Subjected to Fatigue Damage Could Be Due To 'Cold Welding'

12.04.2023 05:20 AM

Metals have the ability to heal themselves from cracks and this could be due to cold welding. Continue reading to learn more.

Electrocatalyst Made of Nickel, Iron, Silicon Could Synthesize Clean Hydrogen From Water

11.28.2023 02:20 AM

A new electrocatalyst shows promising results in generating clean hydrogen and oxygen from water. Continue reading to learn more.