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What the ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz can teach us about conservation

Posted on January 15, 2019October 24, 2022 by namratadave

Scientists use advanced lab techniques to examine every detail of the ruby slippers to understand what they are made of, the age of the…

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    Cave Bears Probably Did Eat Their Vegetables

    Posted on May 21, 2018October 24, 2022 by Logan King

    Modern bears, while typically thought of as carnivores, actually have a wide variety of dietary preferences. Some eat only meat while others…

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