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Saturday, November 24, 2012

ScienceDaily: Strange Science News

ScienceDaily: Strange Science News


Pilot whales use synchronized swimming when they sense danger

Posted: 23 Nov 2012 06:27 AM PST

Scientists have observed the behavior of various groups of cetaceans including long-finned pilot whales in the Strait of Gibraltar and Cape Breton in Canada. These whales were found to use synchronized swimming when they identify the presence of an external threat.

Scotch tape finds new use as grasping 'smart material'

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 01:09 PM PST

Scotch tape, a versatile household staple and a mainstay of holiday gift-wrapping, may have a new scientific application as a shape-changing "smart material."

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