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For decades, scientists have been studying the possibility of transplanting animal organs into humans to improve and save people’s lives, especially those in need of organ transplants. This procedure, known as xenotransplantation, involves transferring living cells, tissues, or organs from animals to humans. Although it has been a topic of debate, many people also want […]
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Have you ever heard of an animal with an incredible ability to regenerate its body parts? Meet the axolotl or Ambystoma mexicanum, a fascinating animal known for its remarkable regenerative powers. This unique amphibian can regenerate its limbs, spinal cord, heart, and other organs! Amazing, right? With their extraordinary regenerative abilities, scientists believe axolotls are […]
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Have you ever stayed in a bathtub or swimming pool for a long time? If you have, you’ve probably already seen your fingers and toes turn wrinkly like a prune. It’s quite a baffling transformation, right? You know it’s because you spent too long in the water. But why does it happen? Have you ever […]
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As the temperature rises and intense heat waves are more frequent on hot summer days, the risk of wildfires increases. These conditions, a combination of hot temperatures, dry vegetation, and strong winds, is a perfect recipe for wildfires to spread rapidly and uncontrollably. Wildfires are destructive phenomena that can devastate entire communities, causing damage to […]
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Pearls have been adored for thousands of years around the world for their beauty, elegance, and rarity. They serve as a symbol of sophistication, luxury, and refinement. In ancient civilizations, pearls symbolized light, love, healing, femininity, and perfection. Pearls have also been used to create enchanting jewelry pieces for centuries, often passed down from generation […]
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For humans, communication is an essential aspect of all relationships. We talk to convey our feelings and thoughts, understand others, create and strengthen bonds, resolve conflicts, and collaborate and share ideas with the people around us. But did you know that aside from humans, some animals can mimic human speech? You may have already heard […]
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Aromatherapy has been used for years in ancient cultures for medical purposes, but it’s now gaining more popularity as a wellness trend in improving one’s mood or well-being. But first, what is aromatherapy? It’s the practice of using essential oils extracted from plant parts, including leaves, flowers, bark, peel, or fruit. These natural plant extracts […]
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Water is our planet’s most abundant natural resource. It plays an important role, as all living things rely on water to survive. And without water, life as we know it wouldn’t exist. When humans and animals lack the water they need, they get thirsty. And like hunger, thirst is a need that must be satisfied. […]
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Snails are well-known for one of their striking physical features—the spiral shell they load on the back. But have you ever heard of a snail with a shell made out of iron? If you haven’t yet, let me introduce this remarkable creature, the Scaly-foot snail. Chrysomallon squamiferum, most commonly known as a scaly-foot snail, is […]
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Stress has been one of the most prevalent experiences causing health issues not just to kids but also to teens and adults. With everything going on right now—from day-to-day responsibilities and school work, to the continuous global pandemic, everyone’s more stressed than ever. As a result, more people, especially teenagers, exhibit high stress-related signs, such […]
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Astronauts go to the International Space Station (ISS), living there for months to conduct scientific experiments, gather data for analysis on Earth, and maintain the station. But have you ever wondered about some of the things astronauts experience while living there? When astronauts spend six months or longer in space, they lose decades’ worth of […]
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We’re now on part 5, which will be the series finale to our popular misconception series. I hope you had fun and learned a lot while reading them. And if you haven’t read the other parts yet, you can visit parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 on KidzNet. Read on to discover more persistent common […]
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Last time, I shared with you some of the widespread misconceptions that people still believe to be true but are, in fact, inaccurate. I noticed that several of you were intrigued by what they have read, so I thought, why not make a series of posts about other popular misconceptions? For today, we’re going to […]