In the '60s, NASA sent a man to space by basically strapping him to a modified missile. This behemoth was as tall as a 13-story building and could easily take its payload into the murky darkness of space. But now, 60 years later, we are still using a version of this rocket to bring people and payloads to space. What makes it so reliable, and how was it designed?

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Computers have used binary code since the beginning of computing. You probably know it uses sets of zeros and ones to complete tasks. But have you ever wondered how exactly it works? Let's take a deep dive into binary code for a clearer picture.

We all know that salt water is a great conductor of electricity. So, when lightning strikes the ocean, why do we not see mass deaths of fish? Science has the answer.

Life expectancy for humans can vary but is generally in the mid-70s. While this may seem low, you might be surprised to find out that the way life expectancy is calculated could be a little deceptive. It turns out that we calculate it differently for different animals, including humans. So what is the real answer?

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