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This week I learned plants can smell predators coming, and more

Surprising discoveries and fascinating studies from around the web

Another cool plant defense mechanism.

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Read more about the facts mentioned:

Scientists have found that plants like Canada goldenrod deploy defenses against insects on scent (Massive)
Scientists just discovered that bacteria have a sense of touch (Science Alert)
Sunscreen 'snow' falls on scorching-hot alien planet (Space)
T. Rex's silly-looking arms were built for slashing (Science News)

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