Aug. 28th, 2009

Science!

Aug. 28th, 2009 07:59 am
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One amphibian has evolved a bizarre and gruesome defence mechanism to protect itself against predators. When attacked, the Spanish ribbed newt pushes out its ribs until they pierce through its body, exposing a row of bones that act like poisonous barbs. The bones must break through the newt's body wall every time the amphibian evokes the defence response.
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Canadian scientist aims to turn chickens into dinosaurs. Did he not see how Jurassic Park ended?

ETA: Better article on it here.

Seeing is believing, even where your own actions are concerned. Viewing fake-video evidence, or simply being told that video evidence exists, can lead people to believe they committed an act they never did. Participants completed a computerized gambling task, and when they returned later the same day, the researchers falsely accused them of cheating on the task. 87% signed a confession stating that they had taken money from the "bank" on the first request.
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