Why the shadow of candle flame looks odd
Light that reaches a candle flame is refracted by the heated air and chemical environment of a burning candle. Thus, the flame does more than just throw a shadow in…
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Mafdet: An Egyptian Cheetah Goddess Who Hunts Snakes
As a cheetah deity, Mafdet in Egyptian mythology was a goddess of safety from scorpions and snakes. She was also a symbol of the judicial process (the death penalty).
Facts About Jealousy That Will Help You Better Understand Its Nature
It can push us to take risks, bring benefits, or make us gorge ourselves on chocolate bars.
The Mechanism of Fear: How to Train Your Brain Not to Be Afraid
Explained using a dog as an example
Can You Die From Fear?
The human body is a complex mechanism that can sometimes be ridiculously fragile.
Is Fear Really Contagious?
Ancient evolutionary mechanisms still work even today.
Yes, Fish Can Drown, But How Does This Happen?
If we told you that fish can drown, you probably wouldn't believe us. How could they possibly drown in the…
