Christmas is an ideal time to sneak science into everyday fun, say researchers.
Simple experiments can turn sweets, jokes, food, and decorations into moments of discovery.
Matthew Cobb suggests tasting sweets while holding your nose.
The exercise shows flavour depends more on smell than taste.
Cracker jokes also reveal science, says Sophie Scott.
People laugh far more in company than alone, proving laughter is mainly social.
The Christmas turkey can teach biomechanics, according to Steve Brusatte.
Examining bones reveals how wings move and store energy.
Chemistry appears in the kitchen too.
Andrea Sella explains how salt and ice can freeze custard into ice cream.
Even maths joins in, says Kit Yates.
Dropping pine needles on lined paper can estimate the value of pi.
Together, these activities show science is everywhere during the festive season.
