Here’s a bite-sized quiz for you to sink your teeth into! Time to use your noodle to answer these questions.
True. In 2005 Japanese astronaut Soichi Noguchi became the first person to eat instant noodles in space.
Near black holes the gravity is so powerful it can stretch objects into long, thin shapes – a bit like spaghetti!
Gluten acts like a type of ‘glue’ that holds food together, and it can be found in wheat, barley and rye. While rye bread tends to have a lower gluten content, it’s not gluten free. If you need to avoid gluten, always check food labels as it can be found in unexpected places.
String theory replaces point-like particles with vibrating strings. It’s a theory that ties together all forces and matter.
Gastric juice in the stomach is acidic to help break down food for digestion.
Congratulations! You are a real science whiz!
Oh dear! Better brush up before the next quiz!
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