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Are viruses alive? New evidence says yes - Popular Science
WEBSep 26, 2015 · By creating a reliable method of studying viruses’ long evolutionary history—hitherto nearly impossible—researchers have found new evidence that strongly suggests viruses are indeed living ...
Why do we see ghosts? - Popular Science
WEBOct 6, 2020 · The same way scientists can potentially identify natural agents to explain “the devil’s magic,” known geologic phenomena may influence seemingly ghostly happenings. For example, some out ...
A guide to lithium-ion battery charging best practices - Popular …
WEBSep 20, 2021 · As Popular Science explained in our look at Tesla’s Powerwall battery: When the battery is charging, positively-charged lithium ions move from one electrode, called the cathode, to the other ...
The most incredible pictures of every planet in our solar system
WEBNov 29, 2017 · Captured with NASA’s Messenger spacecraft in 2011, this image of Mercury shows the tiny, hot planet’s many craters, named after writers, artists and musicians. This one’s a little bit more ...
The 100 greatest innovations of 2020 - Popular Science
WEBDec 2, 2020 · 2020’s year’s top innovations include next-gen gaming consoles, a rapid COVID test, comfy jeans tailored by a computer, and a contact tracing initiative that united two tech giants.
The top 100 new technology innovations of 2022 - Popular Science
WEBNov 30, 2022 · Once a generation, an astronomical tool arrives that surpasses everything that came before it. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is just such a creation. After more than two decades and ...
The best home wind turbines for 2024, according to experts
WEBJul 9, 2024 · Best eco-friendly: Tumo-Int 1000W 3 Blades 48V Wind Turbine. Getting the best home wind turbine for your home is no small feat—sometimes quite literally. It takes a big product to get the level ...
The best electric shavers - Popular Science
WEBMar 10, 2023 · Best overall: Braun Series 9 Pro Electric Shaver with PowerCase. Best wet/dry: Panasonic ARC6 Electric Wet Dry Razor for Men. Best precision blades: Philips Norelco SP9820/87 Shaver 9000 Prestige ...
The best gas generators - Popular Science
WEBBest overall: Generac GP3300i. Runner-up: Champion Power Equipment 201052 Dual-Fuel Portable Generator. Best for travelers: Honda 662220 EU2200i Portable Inverter Generator. Best for homeowners ...