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Did You Know Archive - October

Biology is both exciting and unique. Monday through Friday, I'll post an interesting biology fact. From bacteria to mammals, we'll explore the exciting world of biology. If you have a suggestion, send email to Regina. For current facts, please see the Did You Know? page.




October, 2000



October 31, 2000 - Halloween Hysteria


October 30, 2000 - Antibiotics From Insects


October 27, 2000 - Microbes in Space


October 26, 2000 - Detecting Delicate Touch


October 25, 2000 - Glove-like Tongues


October 24, 2000 - Horizontal Necks


October 23, 2000 - Monkey AIDS Vaccine


October 20, 2000 - Poisonous Birds


October 19, 2000 - Ancient Bacterium Revived


October 18, 2000 - New Animal Discovered


October 17, 2000 - Smart Legs


October 16, 2000 - Earth Bacteria on Mars


October 13, 2000 - Programming Dreams


October 12, 2000 - The Blind Hear Better


October 11, 2000 - Fruit and Vegetable Vaccines


October 10, 2000 - Toxin Relieves Pain


October 9, 2000 - Odorless Socks


October 6, 2000 - Fluoride Promotes Stronger Bones


October 5, 2000 - Bacteria on Crops


October 4, 2000 - Licking Your Wounds


October 3, 2000 - Fetuses Learn in the Womb


October 2, 2000 - Laser Tweezers




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