4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn’t Hear About - Episode 38

The video discusses four scientific discoveries: mealworms that can biodegrade plastic, including toxic Styrofoam; a metallic structure that remains buoyant even when damaged; bees that use their wings to surf on water for survival; and a new algorithm that enhances space weather forecasting by analyzing solar events in real-time. These discoveries have potential applications in environmental cleanup, engineering, robotics, and technology.

What role do mealworms play in the biodegradation of plastics?

What are the implications of mealworms being used as food after consuming plastics?

How does the new metallic structure mentioned in the text remain unsinkable?

Describe how bees use their wings to create waves for surfing.

What advancements have been made in space weather forecasting according to the text?