Almost the last word.
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| Title: | Almost the last word. |
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| Authors: | Stevens, Matthew (AUTHOR), Edge, Sam (AUTHOR), Stevenson, Carol (AUTHOR), Follows, Mike (AUTHOR), Bursztyn, Peter (AUTHOR), Keyne, Pauline (AUTHOR), Sriram, Krishnan (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | New Scientist. 10/25/2025, Vol. 268 Issue 3566, p46-47. 2p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Cartoon or Caricature. |
| Subjects: | Thermal insulation, Cold weather clothing, Cushioning materials, Surface area, Light scattering, Raindrops, Temperature inversions, Rainbows |
| Abstract: | The article discusses various practical questions and scientific phenomena, focusing on the proper use of bubble wrap, the formation of rainbows and cloud inversions, and the best way to dress for warmth. It explains that bubble wrap should have the bubbles facing inward to protect the object being wrapped and provide thermal insulation. The formation of rainbows is attributed to the uniform size and separation of raindrops, while clouds appear opaque due to smaller, densely packed droplets that scatter light. Additionally, it suggests that when dressing in cold weather, putting on a top first may be slightly more beneficial for warming the body, as it covers a larger surface area. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses various practical questions and scientific phenomena, focusing on the proper use of bubble wrap, the formation of rainbows and cloud inversions, and the best way to dress for warmth. It explains that bubble wrap should have the bubbles facing inward to protect the object being wrapped and provide thermal insulation. The formation of rainbows is attributed to the uniform size and separation of raindrops, while clouds appear opaque due to smaller, densely packed droplets that scatter light. Additionally, it suggests that when dressing in cold weather, putting on a top first may be slightly more beneficial for warming the body, as it covers a larger surface area. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 02624079 |
