The Oxford dictionary defines 'paradox' as "a seemingly absurd or contradictory statement or proposition which when investigated may prove to be well founded or true."
Ever wondered why tea leaves gather in the centre of the glass when stirred? Albert Einstein found the answer.
Take the quiz to find more about paradoxes in science.
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