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Who, what, where, when & how? Our online science magazine for kids tries to answer all your questions on science, environment, earth, geography, history, health, living beings, exploration and discoveries, cultures and customs. You will find features on shooting stars, ocean depths, dinosaurs, satellites, ham radios, hiccups, and much more. Enter this fascinating kids science zone and find the answers to all your questions about the world around you.
Why are Zebras Striped?
These black and white striped animals are distant cousins of the horses. They are found only in Africa and are virtually untamable. One would think the stripes would make them very conspicuous but among the tall grass the pattern is an excellent camouflage. Read on ...
Can Two People have Identical Fingerprints?
If you were to press your thumb on an inkpad and then on a sheet of white paper you will leave a smudge or print, which no one else in the world can make. Each print is totally unique and they remain practically unchanged from a person’s birth to death. Read on ...
Who or What is a Gladiator?
The ancient Romans staged games where men called gladiators, fought with others for sport. Called the games or circus, the spectacle was first held in the market place and later at the Colosseum, and staged for Caesar and Rome. Read on ...
How did the Pineapple get its Name?
Ananas originates from South America. To the early Spanish voyagers this curious fruit had an abrasive, segmented exterior like a pinecone and inside a firm interior pulp like an apple. So combining the two they called it ‘pineapple’. Read on ...
Who discovered Vaccination?
We have all been vaccinated against various diseases while we were kids. To kids all over the world it is a very scary and painful experience when the time comes to roll up the sleeves and count the seconds before the pinprick of the injection. Read on ...
What is Leukaemia?
Wrongly referred to as blood cancer, it is actually cancer of the bone marrow. Years ago, a person with leukaemia was considered really hopeless. Today, advances in modern drugs have led to enormous improvements in survival and cure rates. Read on ...
Why do we Yawn?
If you thought yawning indicated that you were bored and tired, think again. New research indicates that yawning actually perks people up! Read on ...
Why do Onions Make us Cry?
At the very first chop into this vegetable, you end up shedding copious tears as if someone is taking a stick at you. Is this the vegetable’s way of saying don’t take a knife and cut me? Read on ...
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Why do Clocks Run Clockwise?
Our lives are constantly dictated by time. We rush in and rush out trying to meet various schedules in our lives. But have you ever stopped to think why the needles of the clock run in a certain way? Read on ...
Why is Snow White?
Winter in certain countries heralds snow. Children love to play in it either on sleds or on ice skates as the lakes and rivers freeze in the cold. Others go to mountain resorts and ski on the snow covered slopes. Read on ...
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