March 2022

The Fascinating World of Chemistry: From Chemical Reactions to Secret Messages

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The Fascinating World of Chemistry: From Chemical Reactions to Secret Messages Summary In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of chemistry and explore various experiments and scientific concepts. We witness a chemical reaction using an Erlenmeyer flask, hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, and potassium iodide. We also discuss the basics of a nuclear reactor, …

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Kate the Chemist Breaks Down Chemistry in Movies and TV Shows

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Kate the Chemist Breaks Down Chemistry in Movies and TV Shows Summary In this article, we follow Dr. Kate Bieberdor, aka Kate the Chemist, as she analyzes clips from movies and TV shows related to chemistry. Kate explains the inaccuracies and myths portrayed in these media and emphasizes the importance of safety measures when conducting …

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Exploring the Technical Artistry of the Academy Award Nominees for Best Visual Effects

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Exploring the Technical Artistry of the Academy Award Nominees for Best Visual Effects Summary The nominees for the Academy Award for visual effects this year each offer a unique perspective on the use of technology to bring the story to life. From the fully digital characters of Spider-Man: No Way Home to the careful balance …

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Q&A with Sahas Barve: Revealing the Secrets of Birds

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Q&A with Sahas Barve: Revealing the Secrets of Birds Summary Evolutionary ecologist and ornithologist, Sahas Barve, answered various questions about birds on Twitter. He discussed how birds use their magnetoception, coordinated flight, feathers, intelligence, brood parasitism, and various other adaptations that allow birds to survive and thrive. His answers shed light on some of the …

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Birds: Fascinating Abilities and Ornithology Questions

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Birds: Fascinating Abilities and Ornithology Questions Summary In this article, we explore the fascinating abilities and adaptations of birds, including their ability to fly non-stop for thousands of miles and their highly water-resistant feathers. We also answer several questions related to birding and ornithology, including whether there is an app like Shazam to identify bird …

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Understanding Russia’s Cyber Attacks on Ukraine: A History Lesson

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Understanding Russia’s Cyber Attacks on Ukraine: A History Lesson Summary This article describes the history of Russia’s cyber attacks on Ukraine, starting from the 2014 presidential election to the recent full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. The article focuses on Sandworm, a state-sponsored hacker group responsible for some of the most disruptive cyber attacks in history. …

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Unprecedented Cyber Attacks: Russia’s Conflict with Ukraine

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Unprecedented Cyber Attacks: Russia’s Conflict with Ukraine Summary In this article, we explore the history of Russia’s cyber attacks against Ukraine’s private industry, including critical infrastructure. We delve into the role of state-sponsored hackers and the Sandworm group, which took over Russia’s cyber warfare in Ukraine. We also discuss the NotPetya ransomware attack, which originated …

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