It's Okay to Be Smart: 7 Scientific Urban Legends Debunked!

Two different types of bacteria are seen all over a human outline. Caption: 37.2 trillion and 39 trillion.

A good story is not necessarily a true story. In this episode, host Joe Hanson takes a look at a few of the most famous incorrect factoids in science. He also gives some tips on how to not be fooled by scientific urban legends. Part of the "It's Okay to Be Smart" series.

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  • It's Okay to Be Smart: 7 Scientific Urban Legends Debunked!

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    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
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    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
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    Author:
    PBS Digital Studios
    Length:
    11 minutes