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New ÒÁÈ˾þÃ'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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What would Earth be like if life had never existed?

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Common frog (Rana temporaria) sheltering from rain under toadstool (Macrolepiota procera) the Netherlands

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This week’s new questions

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If sitting cross-legged is unhealthy, why is it so comfortable? Part 2

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If sitting cross-legged is unhealthy, why is it so comfortable? Part 2

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How does water become stale?

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Issue no. 3350 published 4 September 2021

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