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The convergent evolution of caffeine | Convergent evolution explained
There are many cases of convergent evolution, but did you know the caffeine made by plants is one of them? In this video, we take this channel’s first steps covering the fascinating science of botany, and talk about how ancient … Continue reading
New Scientific Discoveries That Change Everything About Plants | SLICE EARTH | FULL DOC
We have known for a long time that plants move, but today we are discovering that they can sense, touch, and taste. They react to stimuli of various kinds. They also have a keen ear, memory, and can perceive shapes. … Continue reading
Live Science | Tomatoes randomly mated with another plant 9 million years ago. The result? Potatoes.
By Sascha Pare published July 31, 2025 Potatoes and tomatoes are more closely related than they look. Researchers say they have finally uncovered the mysterious origins of one of our favorite carbs: the humble potato. Random mating between wild tomato … Continue reading
Stonehenge Isn’t A Henge (And Other Things You Didn’t Know)
[…] You’ve heard of Stonehenge. It’s that big rock circle over in England. But there’s a lot more to it than that, and researchers have been studying it for centuries. From the people who lived near it to how and … Continue reading