/oss/taxonomy/term/3385/all en /oss/article/health-and-nutrition-general-science/how-cell-makes-living <p>What is the smallest unit of life? If a living thing is like the rain, what are the raindrops it is made of?</p> <p>This question has led thinkers over the centuries to posit the existence of exotic-sounding concepts. Entelechy, monads, infusoria. If you are writing a fantasy novel and need words to describe its magical elements, taking a look at the hypotheses on the substance of life will prove inspiring.</p> Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Jarry M.Sc. 9049 at /oss /oss/article/general-science-you-asked/why-are-there-so-many-different-body-types-among-people <p>While this question seems simple, it turns out there are a lot of complex processes behind your development of a particular body size or shape.</p> Thu, 23 Aug 2018 16:29:52 +0000 Ada McVean B.Sc. 7320 at /oss