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Why Honey Never Spoils?

There is always that one particular glass jar in mom’s kitchen that never changes. It’s honey! Loads of honey! Like Winnie-the-Pooh, I always fill my tummy with honey during my nocturnal gaming nights. In addition...

Browning apples in a plate.

Why Apple Turns Brown When Sliced?

Have you ever explored why apple slices tend to turn brownish when exposed to air? In this edition, we are going to find out the science behind this color transition phenomenon called as enzymatic browning....

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How St. Elmo’s Fire Works?

If you have ever voyaged across the sea or flown through a thunderstorm, you might have seen a bluish glow that closely resembles a sustained spark. It’s a phenomenon called as St. Elmo’s fire. The...