Who is credited with identifying HIV as the cause of AIDS?

Science Trivia / January 03, 2025

Robert Gallo. The death of Gallo's sister from leukemia inspired him to become a cancer researcher.

What product of burning fossil fuels can cause death by preventing oxygen from getting to cells?

Science Trivia / January 03, 2025

Carbon Monoxide. Carbon monoxide in higher quantities is highly toxic to humans and animals.

What happens when you provide another path for electrons to travel?

Science Trivia / January 02, 2025

Grounding. In 1999, electrical codes were changed, requiring that all 240-volt circuits be grounded.

What is another name for an estuary?

Science Trivia / January 02, 2025

Drowned River Valley. An estuary combines fresh water and water from the sea.

Which of these is a unit of luminance on a surface?

Science Trivia / January 01, 2025

Footcandle. One foot-candle is equal to 10.76391 lux.

What is a "placebo"?

Science Trivia / January 01, 2025

A Treatment With No Effect. A patient with high expectations about treatment will often improve even if it is a "placebo", an inactive substance like sugar.