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New Scientist'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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What part do my ears play when I think of a tune? part 2

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Do you wake up needing to pee, or wake up then need to pee? part 2

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This week’s new questions

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What do animals hear when music is played to them?

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Issue no. 3575 published 27 December 2025

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