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When I'm on an airplane and I look straight ahead during takeoff or landing, I feel like I can see that the plane is pointed up or down. Can I really, or does my brain just extrapolate based on other information to create this illusion?

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What dictates the extent to which a can of soda will fizz? Does tapping on the top make any difference?

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What reaction takes place when one applies toothpaste to a minor burn?

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Why is it easy to pull out individual scalp hairs but not clumps?

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Is there a scientific reason not to re-use plastic sandwich bags?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
When I'm on an airplane and I look straight ahead during takeoff or landing, I feel like I can see that the plane is pointed up or down. Can I really, or does my brain just extrapolate based on other information to create this illusion?	3903
What dictates the extent to which a can of soda will fizz? Does tapping on the top make any difference?	1
What reaction takes place when one applies toothpaste to a minor burn?	1
Why is it easy to pull out individual scalp hairs but not clumps?	1
Is there a scientific reason not to re-use plastic sandwich bags?	1