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The Why Files: Scottish Sheep Shocker
Simplified and irreverent explanation of how Dolly was cloned. Includes a simple timeline of cloning technology. Some good information behind the humor.
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The Why Files: Death of Dogma
This article deals with the controversy around the regrowth of neurons in the central nervous system. Interesting facts relevant to neuron study.
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The Why Files: Of Cancer 'N Car Keys
"The real, life-threatening problem with most cancers is that they migrate away from the initial site." This article delves into the question of "How do cancer cells move about?"
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The Why Files: Brain Trouble
A remarkable medical illustration of the brain is featured in this discusion of the cerebellum and its role in controlling continuous and discontinuous movement.
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The Why Files: Dirty Bombs, Filthy Weapons
Very informative article about dirty bombs, containing a conceptual description of how they are made, along with a discussion of the potential health effects associated with a dirty bomb attack.
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The Why Files: Super Solar Cells
An understandable description of modern research that is currently being conducted to develop a more efficient photovoltaic (solar energy) cell. It also contains links to other pages on renewable energy sources.
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The Why Files: Fecund Feces
For those with strong stomachs, this article introduces the scientific study of dinosaur feces, giving an idea of the vast amount of information that can be dertermined about dinosaurs from a large pile of dung.
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The Why Files: Scottish Sheep Shocker! New Pair of Genes
This article provides a discussion of DNA and how it replicates. Includes a chromosome map of a human male, a close-up of chromosomes just before cell division and a close up of a DNA molecule.
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The Why Files: Seal of Approval
Resource uncovers what's really going on underneath the sea. Highlights the Weddell Seal and provides insight into their underwater habitat. Also contains a few Quicktime Movies for further exploration.
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The Why Files: Terrific Telescopes
Why? File provides insight into four advances in telescope technology as well as shows how they are "improving our harvest of cosmic understanding."
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The Why Files: Enough to Go Around
Why? Files article posted on November 21, 2002, introduces the brave new idea of edible vaccines.
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The Why Files: The Music of Sound
This resource from the University of Wisconsin explores the relationship between music and science by exploring bird songs, Mozart, alligator and penguin sounds to name but a few.
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The Why Files: Looking at Lightning
An introduction to the science behind lightning, its causes, and effects. If you follow links, there are also pages on the medical risks associated with getting struck by lightning.
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The Why Files: Twister: The Tornado Story
The Why? Files, provided by the University of Wisconsin provides a discussion of tornadoes and the environmental conditions that generate them. Includes some great pictures of the formations of the whirlwinds. Also includes a link to a...
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The Why Files: Keeping an Eye on Ions
Discusses the development of a new rocket engine that operates by the ion propulsion as opposed to gas propulsion. Well written and great graphics!
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The Why Files: Science of Baseball
Ever wonder why a curve ball curves? Curious why Denver is the best place for homeruns to occur? Read on to learn about the science of baseball.
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The Why Files: Mouth Cancer
Discover the dangers of smokeless tobacco while reading this Why? Files article.
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The Why Files: Sleepytime
Sleep is an important body function. Read on to discover how sleep can prevent your brain from crashing and promote learning.
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The Why Files: Old Eyes = Blind Eyes?
The Why? Files have provided information about a troubling disease causing blindness. Characteristics of AMD and treatment options are explored.
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The Why Files: Obesity
The Why? Files has provided information regarding obesity. The article identifies hazards as well as suggests solutions to the problem.
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The Why Files: The Spice of Life
Spice up your life! Adding spice to your meals has been linked to many beneficial health results. Explore what the Why Files have discovered.
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The Why Files: Foul Food
The Why Files have provided a site discussing topics pertaining to food cleanliness. Topics include: dining in, dining out, sanitary conditions, and origins of food.
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The Why Files: Hypnosis
The Why? Files have examined information pertaining to the benefits of hypnosis for surgery patients.
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The Why Files: Migraines
This article includes information pertaining to migraine headaches. Article explores the causes and effects of migraine headaches.