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Everyday Science Questions Answered

Everyday Science Questions Answered

Written by: Alessio Guarino
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 "Everyday Science Questions Answered" is a podcast that demystifies the science behind common, everyday phenomena. From shower curtains to vanishing socks, each episode explores the hidden physics and principles that govern our daily lives, revealing the extraordinary in the ordinary. Based on the book "100 Everyday Science Questions Answered"Alessio Guarino Science
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  • S01E10 Why do the leaves of tea collect in the center of a cup after stirring?

    S01E10 Why do the leaves of tea collect in the center of a cup after stirring?
    May 23 2025

    Today, we're tackling a common and curious observation: Why do the leaves of tea collect in the center of a cup after stirring? Have you ever stirred your tea or coffee and noticed how the loose tea leaves seem to gather right in the middle, seemingly defying expectations? It feels counterintuitive when you'd expect them to be pushed outwards, doesn't it? Let's dive into the science behind this baffling effect!


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    7 mins
  • S01E09 Why does a bicycle stay upright when it's moving ?

    S01E09 Why does a bicycle stay upright when it's moving ?
    May 17 2025

    Why does a bicycle stay upright when it's moving, despite being unstable when still?It's a mix of the bicycle's steering geometry (caster effect) and the rider's crucial active balance adjustments.This combination helps the front wheel steer into leans, providing passive and active stabilization to keep the bike upright.


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  • S01E8 Why does spilled coffee dry to a ring?

    S01E8 Why does spilled coffee dry to a ring?
    May 10 2025

    Ever notice how spilled coffee often leaves a ring as it dries, rather than an even stain? It's caused by evaporation and capillary flow drawing dissolved particles towards the edge of the liquid drop. This concentrates the solids at the periphery, resulting in that characteristic ring shape.


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    7 mins
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