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New ¾«¶«´«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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Why does a duvet bag up all the other items in the washing machine?

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This week’s new questions

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As average sea levels rise, will map heights need to be recalculated?

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Are humans the only animal to experience vertigo?

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Issue no. 3497 published 29 June 2024

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