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.
What's the most secret place that scientists have locked away?
From sites housing deadly materials to the locations of precious artefacts, here's the science behind some of Earth’s most restricted areas
Earth’s magnetic field is overdue a flip. Should we be worried?
From time to time, the Earth's magnetic poles flip, leaving us without a protective magnetic field for up to centuries
Is my dog brainwashing me for treats?
You can’t say no to those puppy dog eyes, go on, give your furry best friend another treat. Oh wait, are you being brainwashed?
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What is the 'returning soldier effect'? Is it real?
You may have come across the idea that more boys are born after a war. But is the 'returning soldier effect' real?
Could dark matter be all around planet Earth but undetectable?
Could dark matter be all around planet Earth but undetectable? There's no reason to suppose not, experts argue
Why do we root for the villain in movies?
Why you can't resist rooting for the wrong side
The strange reasons your dog eats grass (and poop)
Don't pretend like your pup hasn't done it
How big were medieval war horses?
The noble steeds of medieval warfare might not have been so mighty after all
Is having déjà vu unhealthy?
Wait... have I read this before? Is déjà vu unhealthy, or just a normal brain function? We're sure we already told you...
What happens if you get ill on the ISS?
Ambulances might struggle to reach the International Space Station
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.
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
