By Jade Kim, Operations and Administrative Coordinator

Tis’ the season for fragrant trees, warm beverages, spending time with loved ones,  and of course, STEM! Base 11 is a firm believer that there is something to be learned from every season of the year, so here is a list from the folks at Johns Hopkins University of the science behind some of the holiday’s most iconic characters.

  • Rudolph’s Glowing Red Nose

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  • The Grinch’s Growing Heart

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  • Scrooge’s Travel Through Time

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What are some of YOUR favorite STEM facts about the holidays? Let us know in the comments below!