Answers to Questions Kids Ask! - Where "Why?" Turns to "Wow!"
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You often hear that someone died “of old age.” That is not exactly true. People die because some vital body part fails to function properly. This may be the brain, the heart, etc. Sometimes the body part is “defective.” Sometimes damage to the body part occurs because of a bad injury. There are some body parts that, when damaged, can harm other body parts, until the body cannot stay alive any longer. When someone dies “of old age,” there are often several worn-out body parts, and one of them just gives out.
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Is cigarette smoking more harmful to kids than adults?
Cigarette smoke is just plain bad for anyone — young or old. The longer you smoke, the more damage it may do to your body! Your body works really hard…
Why are some words considered “bad”?
Some words are considered “bad” because they offend others. They are words that refer to impolite things, like body parts or bodily functions and most people don’t like to hear…
Why do we need to breathe air to live?
The simple answer to this question is that we need oxygen. But I have a feeling you are looking for a more complex explanation. So here goes: All the processes…
Can you get sunburned if it’s cloudy outside?
Even on cloudy days, water and sand can reflect more than half of the sun’s rays on your skin. This adds up to extra exposure to your head, shoulders, and…
Why do my fingers, toes, and ears get cold first on a winter day?
It would sure be terrific if your toes could stay toasty all the time. But this doesn’t happen in frosty weather because your body has bigger things to worry about–like…