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What Does the ‘C’ in Vitamin C Stand For?

When you think of vitamin C, one of the first things that comes to mind is likely an orange — or perhaps, if you’re feeling exotic, a grapefruit or pineapple — since they’re some of the nutrient’s most common sources. So it would only make sense that the “C” in vitamin C stands for citrus, […]

What Is Nougat?

The term “nougat” refers to a variety of culinary confections. In Europe, it’s traditionally a crunchy, chewy, fluffy delicacy made of whipped egg whites, which is sweetened with sugar and/or honey and often combined with almonds, pistachios, or other nutty treats. But to Americans, nougat is less often enjoyed as a treat on its own […]

CULTURE
The States of Matter, Explained

You are matter. So are your dog, your sofa, and the coffee in your mug. Unlike many concepts in physics, matter is a fairly simple one to wrap your head around — anything that takes up space and has mass is matter. That includes, well, pretty much everything aside from a few exceptions like forces […]

SCIENCE
All Your Daylight Saving Time Questions, Answered

There are a lot of myths surrounding daylight saving time (DST). For one, it’s “saving,” not “savings.” And it didn’t begin with Benjamin Franklin. Perhaps the biggest misconception, though, is that daylight saving time was created for the benefit of farmers — many of whom actually dislike and lobby against it. Here are the answers […]

CULTURE
Why Do Dogs Spin in Circles Before Lying Down?

Most of us have some kind of bedtime routine. Brush your teeth, set the alarm, maybe read a chapter or two. Dogs have one too, and theirs is a lot more efficient: a few tight turns in place and down they go, usually in a very satisfying-looking flop. If you share your home with a […]

NATURE