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Â鶹´«Ã½'s popular Last Word series gives readers the opportunity to answer each other's questions about everyday science phenomena, from the shape of scones to the evolutionary history of toenails. To answer a question or ask a new one, email lastword@newscientist.com

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If a cyclist and runner exercise together, who expends more energy?

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Why do I need to be able to pronounce a word to recall it?

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Afrcan Elephant on the move

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This week’s new questions

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Is there a correct way to fill a dishwasher? (continued)

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Issue no. 3446 published 8 July 2023

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