Plants – MindBounce

Wait, How Does Caffeine Actually Work?

The vast majority of people use caffeine in some form every single day, and most of us use way too much of it. It helps you wake up in the morning, but if you drink too much you get jittery. So how does caffeine actually work?

Bill Johnson 2 months

New Plant Protection: Fresh-Squeezed Fly Larva Fat

Michael Franco 2 years

Why Do We Use Controlled Fires in Forests?

Yvonne Glasgow 3 years

Why Do Potatoes Have Eyes?

You’re probably familiar with the little pits and indents on a potato’s surface we typically refer to as “eyes.” But have you ever wondered why potatoes have eyes—or why they’re even called eyes in the first place?

Lucia Peters 3 years

What Are “Fairy Rings?”

They’re a curious sight: Perfectly round rings of mushrooms, growing that way all on their own. You might find them in forested areas, or you might find them on your lawn. You might even know what they’re called: “Fairy rings” —a seemingly magical name for a seemingly magical phenomenon.

Lucia Peters 3 years

Why Aren’t Carrots White or Purple?

Harry Guinness 3 years

Why Does Pollen Make You Sneeze?

Elyse Hauser 3 years

Was “Granny Smith” a Real Person? The True Story Behind the Apple’s Namesake

There’s nothing quite like a bright green Granny Smith apple; between its delightful color and slightly tart sweetness, the fruit is lauded as much for its appearance as it is for its taste. But have you ever wondered where the Granny Smith apple gets its name? Was there ever a real “Granny Smith,” or is the apple’s moniker just a catchy marketing phrase?

Lucia Peters 3 years

Why Does Asparagus Make Your Pee Smell Funny?

Harry Guinness 3 years

Why Do Leaves Change Colors in the Fall?

Elyse Hauser 3 years