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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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In a post-apocalyptic world, how long would canned food remain edible?

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This week’s new questions

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Do black holes look the same from any angle?

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Issue no. 3511 published 5 October 2024

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