Maddy Staple

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Is carbonated water as hydrating as still? © Getty Images

Is carbonated water as hydrating as still?

Do viruses die? © iStock

Do viruses die?

Why do balloons go bang when they’re popped? © Getty Images

Everyday science

Why do balloons go bang when they’re popped?

Which is less green: soap or shower gel? © Getty Images

Which is less green: soap or shower gel?

Why do we close our eyes when we kiss? © iStock

Why do we close our eyes when we kiss?

Why is cork so thick and spongy? © Getty Images

Why is cork so thick and spongy?

Where on the dartboard should useless players aim? © Getty Images

Everyday science

Where on the dartboard should useless players aim?

Do parrots have taste buds? © Getty Images

Do parrots have taste buds?

Does a queen bee ever sting? © Getty Images

Does a queen bee ever sting?

If our body cells are replaced, why do we age? © Getty Images

If our body cells are replaced, why do we age?

What drew Pluto into the solar system? © Getty Images

What drew Pluto into the Solar System?

What is the most advanced robot? © Getty Images

Future Technology

What is the most advanced robot around today?

Why can you see out of, but not in through, net curtains? © Getty Images

Everyday science

Why can you see out of, but not in through, net curtains?

Does the Moon have a molten core? © Getty Images

Does the Moon have a molten core?

Why can emotional pain feel physical? © Getty Images

Why can emotional pain feel physical?