Q&A
At BBC Science Focus Magazine, our expert panel is ready to help you out and answer as many of the burning science questions you want to send our way. So if you are looking for answers to the Universe’s biggest questions (maybe) or just some fun science facts (definitely) you have found the right spot.
How identical are identical twins?
The similarities may be uncanny, but identical twins aren't exact copies of one another
Meet the weird worm that can survive being boiled alive
The Pompeii worm can withstand the heat of hydrothermal vents deep under the sea
Could I build a nuclear reactor in my shed?
Don't try this at home. Or in your garden.
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How contagious is laughter?
Studies show we are far more likely to giggle when others are chuckling around us
What is decision paralysis and how do I deal with it?
You'll never be stuck deciding which washing detergent to buy ever again
Why do I self-sabotage so much?
Actions which hurt your chance of success can come from low self-esteem – here are a few tips to break the habit
Why do I keep seeing faces in everything?
Spotting faces in clouds and toast? It could mean you're a creative genius.
What's the craziest thing ever stolen?
From bull semen to a commercial airliner, it doesn't get much weirder than this
What is a skyquake?
Skyquakes are very real. What causes them, however, is shrouded in mystery.
How do I stop taking things personally?
Try not to take it to heart.
Does my dog have ADHD?
Can dogs have ADHD? Man's best friend does display signs of the condition - here's how you can deal with it
Can you stop your sense of taste dulling as you age?
Is there any way of stopping your sense of taste from dulling as you age? A doctor explains the steps you can take
Can my smell reveal anything about my health?
According to a doctor, these are the scents you should be sniffing out for
How can I get over my ex?
Breaking up can be a brutal thing to get over, likened with the emotions of grief, but here's how to get over your ex
What enjoying others fail reveals about you
Ever laughed when your frenemy made a fool of themselves in public? Here's why you're not alone...
Have I ever technically touched anything?
We may feel as if we are touching the world around us, but scientifically speaking, we never truly come into contact with anything
What makes someone a dark empath?
What makes someone a 'dark empath' and what does that mean? Here is how can you spot them
How can I burn more calories when I'm walking? | Here's how to burn more calories when walking
These simple tricks can help you to burn the most calories from a walk
What are the best and worst foods to eat on Ozempic?
Semaglutide drugs like Ozempic work by mimicking a fullness hormone, but what you eat can help or hinder its effects
Should I be eating leftover carbs as I get older? | The secret super carb: How 'resistance starch' can transform your gut health
Whatever age you are, this group of foods is a must in your diet
In which country does having a child make you unhappiest?
While happiness and wellbeing surveys are far from exact science, parents seem happier in some countries than others
Why did it take people so long to learn to read silently?
Luckily, we can now all read silently. But that wasn't always the case
Why does drinking alcohol make it so much harder to lose weight?
Downing drinks can trick your body into prioritising alcohol processing, temporarily pausing fat burning
How do I stop clenching my jaw at night?
A surprisingly common problem with an easy fix
