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Why do some coins have ridges around their edges?
Ever wonder about those bumps on the side of your quarter? Discover the surprisingly criminal reason ridges were first added to coins, a clever trick against thieves that's still used today.
Why do you get zapped by static electricity shocks much more often during winter?
Tired of those sudden, annoying zaps every time you touch something in winter? Discover the surprising reason why cold, dry air turns you into a walking static generator.
Can eating too many carrots actually turn your skin slightly orange?
Could your love for carrots be giving you more than just good eyesight? Discover the surprising science behind whether this popular veggie can actually lend your skin a subtle orange hue.
Why are pirates typically depicted wearing eye patches?
Think the pirate eye patch was just for covering gruesome injuries? Discover the surprisingly clever, vision-enhancing tactic that might actually explain this iconic look.
Why are tennis balls that specific fuzzy yellow-green color?
That iconic fuzzy yellow-green tennis ball color isn't an accident; discover the surprising science and history behind why it was chosen for perfect visibility.
Was golf really played on the moon by astronauts?
Forget sand traps, imagine lunar craters! Uncover the surprising truth behind the legendary tale of an astronaut teeing off nearly 240,000 miles from Earth.