Category: Science Facts

This article was originally published in How It Works issue 109 For more science and technology articles, pick up the latest copy of How It Works from all good retailers or … Read More

For more science and technology articles, pick up the latest copy of How It Works from all good retailers or from our website now. If you have a tablet or smartphone, you can also download … Read More

Over thousands of years, humans have greatly changed animals through selective breeding to make them suit our needs. Early sheep, for instance, had a short, coarse fleece before new woolly … Read More

Answered by Katy Sheen for Brain Dump in How It Works issue 110. To feature in our Brain Dump section, send us your questions to howitworks@futurenet.com or message us on … Read More

1. Arctic apple Created to resist turning brown, these apples are available in the US. Once the apple is cut, the inside is prevented from changing colour. Those responsible for … Read More

For more science and technology articles, pick up the latest copy of How It Works from all good retailers or from our website now. If you have a tablet or smartphone, you can … Read More

For more science and technology articles, pick up the latest copy of How It Works from all good retailers or from our website now. If you have a tablet or smartphone, you can also download … Read More

The human body is built to match our physical needs, but as a species we have the drive to push our physical limits even further. Taking inspiration from the majestic … Read More

Answered by Jo Stass for Brain Dump in How It Works issue 99. To feature in our Brain Dump section, send us your questions to howitworks@futurenet.com or message us on … Read More

Some species of bacteria are known as ‘good’ because they help to keep us healthy. The human gut is actually home to a vast population of bacteria and other microorganisms, … Read More