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The science behind the world’s most mesmerizing jewelry accessory
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Did you know that the mood ring on your finger is a work of science, not magic? Believe it or not, these whimsical rings use a technical system of thermotropic liquid crystals to read your body's temperature, which translates to a mood "color." In this article, we’ll teach you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the inner workings of a mood ring. Plus, we’ll even toss in some know-how on what your mood ring’s color could mean.
Things You Should Know
- Mood rings work because of the thermotropic liquid crystals inside of them. These crystals help the ring change color based on body temperature.
- Your mood ring may not accurately predict your mood all of the time because a variety of things can affect your body temperature besides your mood, like the environment and your activity level.
- Every mood ring manufacturer has a different guide for their ring’s color meanings, but dark blue usually means happy or relaxed and orange means tense or excited.
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- If your mood ring is always black, it could be damaged. Try cupping it in your hands until it warms up. It may be time for a replacement if it doesn’t turn blue or green.Thanks
- Avoid wearing your mood ring in the shower or while washing your hands, as this could damage the outer band or crystals inside.Thanks
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