Why do mosquito bites itch?

(/) The itch is the result of an allergic reaction and our body’s defense against the insect’s bite. When a mosquito bites us, some of its saliva, containing anesthetics, anticoagulants and other substances, is injected into our skin. Immediately, our…

What is the biggest living being?

The biggest creature on the planet was only discovered in 1996: a fungus that grows under the soil of the Malheur National Forest, in the State of Oregon, United States. This Armillaria ostoyae, popularly known as the “honey mushroom”, was…

Who were the jesters?

One_of_the_many_court_jesters_(8489822016) Everything indicates that they were the best comedians of their time, the Middle Ages. Contrary to what many people think, these commoners paid to entertain the nobility and royalty were not crazy, nor were they part of the team…

How does the «Ice Finger of Death» occur?

SUGGESTION Laura Tanure ILLUSTRATIONS Aluísio Cervelle Santos 1. Technically called an ice stalactite, or brinicle, this rare underwater phenomenon was first documented in 1974. It only occurs in the polar regions, during the winter. At this time, the temperature above…