We‘ve all hit our “funny bone.” Why does it feel like that? What do bicycles, footballs, and space shuttles have in common? Can you really learn while you are asleep? Why do some birds hop and others walk?
These and literally thousands of other questions about the world we live in are answered in A Moment of Science. If you are even a little bit interested in the world around you these two-minute radio programs are just for you – and you don‘t need to know anything about science! These vignettes remove some of the mystery from science, but not the wonder. A Moment of Science makes you think “Wow, that‘s neat!” and go tell somebody else about it.
Since 1988, WFIU has produced A Moment of Science at Indiana University, Bloomington, in cooperation with IU‘s scientific community, and scientists around the world.
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Friends add a lot to our everyday lives, but there's another benefit to strong social bonds in the animal kingdom as well. -
Are you a twin? No, well are you sure? You could be a twin, but the twin is within, or a chimera. Learn more on this Moment of Science. -
Animals can be composed of a surprising number of materials, including some metals. -
Curiosity in babies helps them learn about the world and might even predict future cognitive abilities. -
Why do salmon leap? Maybe they're just showing off. Or, they might be trying to shake off sea lice. -
Can spending enough time under a very bright moon get you tan? Learn more on this Moment of Science. -
When we think of social animals, fruit flies probably aren't the first example to come to mind. These tiny creatures need to be around others more than you might think. -
Many animals have strange or elaborate mating rituals, even some mice. Learn more about what makes this mouse's sweet song so different. -
Learn about this plant with a tongue twister of a name with A Moment of Science! -
Do insects even have hearts? Sure they do, but their hearts are somewhat different from human hearts. Learn more on this Moment of Science.
