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Physics, chemistry, materials, energy, and the fundamental laws that govern the universe. From quantum mechanics to thermodynamics.

• arrow_forward Why are the connections for the vent in a clothes dryer so frustrating and seemingly inefficient? (181w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do gas stations charge extra for using credit/debit when it seems no one else does? (180w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why can paper only be folded 7 times, no matter the size of paper? (180w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do moths and other bugs like to crowd around light sources so much? (179w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why can't we put metal objects in the microwave, yet the inside is made of metal, including the metal mesh on the inside of the door. Is the metal coated with some special paint that makes it ok to be exposed to microwaves? (178w, comprehensive)

Stars, planets, black holes, the Big Bang, and everything beyond Earth. Questions about the cosmos and our place in it.

• arrow_forward Why hasn't man set foot on Mars yet? (187w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is personal space so exorbitantly big in Nordic countries? (183w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward why does looking at the sun hurt your eyes but indirectly not so much? (182w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are astronauts strapped into the shuttle 3 hours before take off? (178w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do songs that we haven't heard in a long time randomly start playing in our heads? (176w, comprehensive)

Evolution, genetics, cells, ecosystems, and the mechanisms of life. How living organisms work, adapt, and survive.

• arrow_forward Why does cross breeding work between certain species but not all? (189w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is women’s handwriting generally better than men’s? (188w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why haven't other species evolved to have human-like intelligence? (183w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward why water completely damages a cell phone when submerged. (175w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are some people "naturally smart" and seem to get through academics/life in general with ease? (175w, comprehensive)

How our bodies function — from the brain and immune system to sleep, pain, and why we sneeze. The biology of being human.

• arrow_forward Why do big companies fear their workers unionizing? (198w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does rain make people tired? (182w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do TV actors earn residuals upon re-airing for their performances, but recording artists don't earn a dime when their music is played on the radio? (177w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do some sudden noises scare the crap out of us, while others go nearly unnoticed? (176w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do rings make your skin green? (175w, comprehensive)

Emotions, behavior, memory, habits, and the inner workings of the mind. Why we feel, think, and act the way we do.

• arrow_forward why do so many people hate Obama? The economy is back up and unemployment is down? What has he done wrong? (182w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is cutting a release for people with depression? (180w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why all the hate for Joss Whedon's handling of Black Widow in Avengers: Age of Ultron? (170w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does sand stick to everything even though it doesn't feel sticky? (164w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is it that supposedly "intelligent" people are less happy with their lives than a person of average intelligence? (163w, comprehensive)

Computers, internet, software, hardware, and digital systems. How modern technology works behind the scenes.

• arrow_forward why my laptop battery will take an hour to reach 90% but then take another hour to cap to 100% (182w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why aren't all words spelt phonetically? Wouldn't it be easier? (175w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why don't televisions and other screen resolutions use "rounded" aspect ratios, e.g. 2000 by 1000 instead of 1920 by 1080? (172w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why would paramedics actively try to resuscitate someone who's dead? (172w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward why when I turn my music up to the max volume, say on my phone, its all distorted. (172w, comprehensive)

Wars, civilizations, revolutions, and pivotal moments. The causes and consequences of events that shaped our world.

• arrow_forward Why don’t rockets tip over when taking off? (194w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why have recent season of shows taken breaks as long as half a year?(Breaking Bad, Doctor Who, Revolution?) (187w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why can I socialize with individuals and enjoy public speaking, but get nervous in smaller groups? (181w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does the UK have a prime minister and a queen? (180w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why haven't main battle tanks' top speeds gone much past 50 MPH? (177w, comprehensive)

Weather, geology, oceans, seasons, and natural phenomena. The forces and processes that shape the planet around us.

• arrow_forward Why can't the weather be predicted with 100% accuracy? (179w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do Wind turbines have three blades? (177w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why can .exe only run on Windows - not Mac or Linux? When a file like .mp4 can run on both? Can't a compatibility application be made to support .exe? (176w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does it get so windy during a wildfire? (172w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why isn't there significant talk about forming a third party in the US during this current political climate? (172w, comprehensive)

Animal behavior, evolution, domestication, and the traits that make each species unique. The why behind the animal kingdom.

• arrow_forward why UK doesn't want an European Federation? (182w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do dogs seem to be able to nod off whenever they are comfortable? (181w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do dogs play fetch? (181w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are humans vastly more intelligent than even animals with vastly larger brains like elephants or whales? (178w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do animals seem to like stuffed animals (the teddy bear kind, not the taxidermy kind), while people find models similar to people off-putting? (171w, comprehensive)

Laws, economics, politics, religion, and culture. Why human societies work the way they do — and sometimes don't.

• arrow_forward Why is it such a big deal to require voters to provide photo ID when it is expected for other daily tasks? (191w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does it not take long for money to be taken out of my account, but if I'm getting money from PayPal or something similar, it takes days to process? (188w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are farmers so poor when food is vital for life? (185w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do police officers not follow traffic laws, such as speeding, Illegal parking, and unlawful turns, when their in no hurry for an emergency. But give drivers tickets for those exact reasons? Are they supposed to be "safer" drivers then the rest of us? (178w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do ultra conservative Christians care so much about gay marriage but don't care about eating shrimp (forbidden in Leviticus 11:10)? (177w, comprehensive)

Food, cars, household objects, and daily routines. The surprising science and history behind things we take for granted.

• arrow_forward Why can my boyfriend eat much spicier food than me? (178w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are foods associated with times of the day? (174w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why does food turn black when it burns? (174w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is desalination not yet a cost effective solution for the world's clean water demands? (173w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are some house flies loud and some silent? (169w, comprehensive)

Language, logic, philosophy, and questions that cross boundaries. The miscellaneous "why" that doesn't fit neatly elsewhere.

• arrow_forward Why is it such a big deal that Apple has so much cash? (180w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why is haggling something that just doesn't happen any more? (173w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are teachers paid so little? (173w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why are the majority of the reddit population male? (172w, comprehensive)
• arrow_forward Why do humans think other sentient beings would use radio signals to communicate with other intelligent life? (167w, comprehensive)

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