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Universe 25 Experiment
A series of rodent experiments showed that even with abundant food and water, personal space is essential to prevent societal collapse, but Universe 25's relevance to humans remains disputed.
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Why Do Dogs Love Peanut Butter?
The reason dogs beg, sit, stay, and shake for peanut butter could be both evolutionarily wired and learned behavior.
How Does Stress Cause Gray Hair?
Stress can accelerate the depletion of pigment-producing cell progenitors, which is a natural aging process. But this may be reversible to a certain extent.
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