Dr Karl Podcast UV ratings, anxious sweats and morning people
Nov 14, 2024
Explore the quirky physics of how dogs shake off water and its links to skin sensitivity. Discover the unsolved mysteries behind anxiety-induced sweating and the surprising science of flatulence smells in the shower. Tune into the unique relationship between music and plant growth, including a plant serenaded by an orchestra. Delve into the challenges of UV radiation and personal sunburn tales, alongside the secrets of snakes staying clean in dirty environments. Engaging listener questions and humor make for a delightful scientific journey.
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Dog Shaking Physics
- A dog's shaking motion amplifies energy because its body can't rotate as much as its head.
- This shaking, triggered by specific skin receptors, helps understand human skin hypersensitivity.
Anxious Sweating
- If anxious sweating bothers you, consider cognitive behavioral therapy from a clinical psychologist.
- Mention hyperhidrosis to your GP, although you likely don't have this extreme sweating condition.
Shower Farts
- Farts smell more in the shower due to nakedness, small space, wind currents, and hot skin.
- Humidity also intensifies smells, and shower cubicles are humid environments.