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What Is the Uncertainty Principle?
The uncertainty principle is a quantum-mechanical limit on how sharply certain pairs of properties, such as position and momentum, can be defined together in the same st…
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Flu epidemic
Drying hands with paper towels helps prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2 virus
A study published April 17 found that using disposable paper towels is better than hand dryers at removing germs that remain after hand washing.
Flu epidemic
Is the new nCoV mutation discovered in Vietnam worth worrying about?
According to Professor Dang Duc Anh, the mutation has just been discovered and still needs further monitoring and research.
Flu epidemic
This type of mask does not prevent Covid-19, and can even spread the disease more strongly.
A number of health agencies have advised people not to use masks with exhalation valves, and airlines have even banned passengers from wearing them.
Animal world
'Crazy worms' bombard forests of 15 US states
They look like normal earthworms, but they can writhe, jump, and even shed their tails to escape danger.
Flu epidemic
Does the corona virus stick to clothes, shoes, hair, papers?
Faced with the unexpected spread of the Covid-19 epidemic, many people are worried about the risk of the coronavirus entering their homes, clinging to personal belonging…
Flu epidemic
Why is the Delta variant spreading so quickly?
The Delta variant replicates rapidly in cells, infected people have a short incubation period, the virus is concentrated in the upper respiratory tract so it is easily s…
Environment
Hurricane Dora makes history with its bizarre path across the ocean, from the Americas to near Asia
After causing strong winds that quickly spread wildfires in Hawaii (USA), Hurricane Dora has
Animal world
Venomous snake species in Vietnam stands out with its 'white mourning head'
If cobras stand out thanks to their ability to raise their heads and spread their necks to threaten, another venomous snake in Vietnam stands out and is easily recogniza…
Oceanography
Octopus jumps on the seabed 4,800m deep
Scientists have filmed a big-eyed jellyhead octopus spreading its arms and inflating its underside to leap across the Pacific Ocean floor.
Archeology
How did the world's first great settlements mysteriously collapse?
Whether intentional or not, the way large settlements were built in southeastern Europe 6,000 years ago may have limited the spread of disease.
History
The Unknown About Entomological Warfare in History
For centuries, insects have been used as biological weapons to spread disease and destroy crops.
Animal world
Discovery of organisms that can transmit cancer
This strange creature can develop tumors on its own if it eats too much, and then pass them on to other individuals.
Animal world
Canadian super pigs may invade the US
New research by scientists shows that super feral pigs in Canada have a high possibility of spreading into South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, and Minnesota, causing bi…
Biology
The more CO₂, the faster the virus spreads
A new study shows that keeping CO₂ levels low helps reduce the infectious viral load in the air.