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As politicians begin to disentangle the UK from Europe, scientists have revealed how Britain鈥檚 first 鈥淏rexit鈥� unfolded almost half a million years ago.

No one knew how many tree species there are but now, a new publication lists them all. Among the roots of one such tree in Burkina Faso is the shea caterpillar 鈥� a popular snack for many but to others, an unpalatable grub. Yet a UN report states that insects are more environmentally friendly than sources of. Could this be the key to our future?

One insect that will not be on the menu anytime soon is the bee. Populations have declined by up to 80% in some countries and George McGavin investigates why.

A scientist has designed a way to 鈥渟niff out鈥� polio virus in sewage in the hope of stopping outbreaks. When you visit the doctor how much do you understand what is being said? Now a game called Dr Jargon has been created to encourage doctors to use simple language.

(Image caption: An artist鈥檚 illustration of an ancient ice age land bridge connecting Britain with France, before the formation of the Dover Strait 漏 AFP/Getty Images)

The Science Hour was presented by Claudia Hammond with comments by James Gallagher, Science Reporter, 成人快手 News Online

Producer: Graihagh Jackson