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Why Can't All Medicine Be Swallowed?

You might not like today’s Wonder of the Day, but we hope you’ll give it a shot!

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Why Can't All Medicine Be Swallowed?
How Does Medicine Know Where You Hurt?

Today’s Wonder of the Day will really hit the spot!

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How Does Medicine Know Where You Hurt?
Do Cows Really Have Four Stomachs?

If you’re coming to Wonderopolis today, you’d better bring your appetite!

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Do Cows Really Have Four Stomachs?
Will a Watermelon Grow in Your Belly if You Swallow a Seed?

Today’s Wonder of the Day will really grow on you…but not IN you!

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Will a Watermelon Grow in Your Belly if You Swallow a Seed?
Why Do I Burp?

Today’s Wonder of the Day might have you saying, “Excuse me!”

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Why Do I Burp?
Why Does Gum Help Pop Your Ears?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is really something to chew on!

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Why Does Gum Help Pop Your Ears?
What Happens if You Swallow Gum?

Gulp! Today’s Wonder of the Day will really give you something to chew on.

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What Happens if You Swallow Gum?
Why Do You Sink in Quicksand?

You’ll need to let today’s Wonder of the Day really sink in — and watch your step while you’re at it! We’re exploring the science behind quicksand.

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Why Do You Sink in Quicksand?