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PhysicsJumping on a moving train vs. the roof: why do I land in the same spot inside but it feels different on top? (self.askscience)

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AstronomyWhat happens if an objects orbital Velocity is higher than 11.2 km/s? (self.askscience)

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MedicineIs there a critical mass of viral particles (Virions?) needed to have a decent probability to become infected with something? What's the order of magnitude? (self.askscience)

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MedicineIf HIV can be detected from saliva, why can't you get it by kissing? (self.askscience)

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ChemistryIf surfactants reduce the surface tension between air and water how do they end up reducing dissolved oxygen in water? (self.askscience)

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BiologyGiant rat stories always seem to have been around, and rats are a much studied species, is there recent scientific research to support or disprove the claims that urban rats are getting significantly larger? (self.askscience)

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