Have you ever walked into a room and felt like the person in a wall photo is following you with their eyes? It’s a strange and unnerving feeling, one that can make you feel like someone is watching you all the time, and it’ll leave you wondering, “Is this person in the wall photo looking […]
The Butterfly Effect is often used to describe how seemingly insignificant events can have major consequences down the road. For example, a butterfly flapping its wings in one part of the world could theoretically cause a tornado in another, different part of the world. This is because the butterfly’s wings could create a small change […]
Stomach rumbles. Stomach rumbles are a common occurrence that many people experience. They are often caused by hunger, but can also be caused by other factors such as indigestion, gas, or stress. While they are typically harmless, they can be embarrassing or uncomfortable in some situations. What causes stomach rumbles? The scientific term for stomach […]
Why do we get butterflies in the stomach? The feeling of butterflies in the stomach is a common experience that many people associate with excitement, nervousness, or anxiety. But what causes this feeling, and why is it so common in humans? The scientific explanation for butterflies in the stomach is complex, but it is thought […]
Missed handshake! We’ve all been there. You extend your hand for a handshake, but the other person doesn’t notice. It’s a moment of awkwardness that can leave you feeling confused, embarrassed, and even a little bit rejected. It’s almost the same thing like when you raise your hand to wave at someone and at that […]
Why do we cry when we cut onions? Onions are a staple ingredient in many cuisines around the world, but they can also be a source of tears. So, why do we cry when we cut onions? And are there any ways to avoid the tears? The science of onion tears When you cut an […]
Hiccups are one of life’s little mysteries. They can come on suddenly and disappear just as quickly. They can be embarrassing, annoying, or even painful. But what are hiccups, exactly? And why do we get them? They are caused by diaphragm spasms. The diaphragm is the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. When […]
White Noise: The Sound of Everything and Nothing White noise is a sound that includes all frequencies audible to the human ear—between 20 hertz and 20,000 hertz—played at an equal intensity or amplitude, measured in decibels. It is often used to create a sense of privacy or to mask other sounds. It’s also the sound […]
The sound of nails on a chalkboard is one of the most irritating sounds to the human ear. It can cause goosebumps, shivers, and even nausea. But why is this sound so unpleasant? There are a few different theories. One theory is that the sound of nails on a chalkboard is unpleasant because it is […]
To overtake or not? Most of us have experienced this. That funny moment when you’re walking down the street, probably on a narrow lane and someone is ahead of you and you ask yourself, “To overtake or not?”. Then you make up your mind to overtake the person. While trying to overtake them, you realize […]
