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What IF hypothetical questions about the world and society – imagining a particular situation and answering what would happen if that imaginary situation really happened.

Earth colliding with another hypothetical planet called Theia

What If Theia Never Hit The Earth?

Theia is a hypothetical Mars-sized planet that is believed to have collided with Earth around 4.5 billion years ago. This giant-impact hypothesis is broadly...
Person falling inside black hole

What Would Happen If You Fell Into A Black Hole?

Explore the mysteries of black holes in our latest article. Learn about their formation, spaghettification, and the intriguing Hawking radiation.
Desert - Earth Without Oceans

What If The Oceans Disappeared?

The oceans cover over 70% of the Earth's surface and play a central role in regulating the planet's climate, providing food and livelihoods for...
People looking at Earth and Moon

What If Earth Had Two Moons?

According to scientists, Earth could have had two moons in the past, but it is unlikely to happen again in the future. The idea...
Planet Earth shown with Rings like Saturn

What If Earth Had Rings?

If Earth had rings, it would certainly be a wonderful sight to see. Namely, Saturn's rings are one of the most iconic features of...
Needle hitting the earth at the speed of light

What If A Needle Hit The Earth At The Speed Of Light

If a tiny needle hit the Earth at light speed, what would happen? It's a question that people in a bar might ask after...
Earth Desk Globe Against Black Background

What Would Happen If The Earth Stopped Spinning?

Around 4.6 billion years ago, our solar system took shape. It all began with a vast cloud of dust and hydrogen gas that started...
Green leaf - photosynthesis in humans

What If Humans Could Photosynthesize?

Photosynthesis is the fundamental biological process intrinsic to plant life. Standardly it is defined as the conversion of light energy into chemical energy and...
Person sleeping - what if people didn't need to sleep?

What If Humans Didn’t Need Sleep?

Imagine a world where people no longer needed to sleep, where the 24-hour day was no longer divided into periods of wakefulness and rest....
World without Religion? Person praying in church

What If Religion Never Existed?

Religion has shaped societies, cultures, and individual lives for millennia. The origins of religion are as ancient as humanity itself. Early humans looked to...