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ChemistryWheat protein smooths ice cream
Proteins extracted from winter wheat keep ice cream smooth by preventing ice crystals from growing.
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EarthEl Niño’s coming! Is that so bad?
Although El Niño is often blamed for ill effects that total billions of dollars, a broader analysis suggests that the United States garners substantial benefits during this weather pattern.
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Health & MedicineCoffee beans, cavity-causing germs
Compounds in coffee loosen the grip of bacteria that cause tooth decay.
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TechLittlest catalysts get a lot of support
Tiny metal clusters used as catalysts are getting so small that presumably inert carrier materials that host them are also getting involved in the reactions.