The spiky, short-needled leaves of juniper trees are evergreen and range in color from dark green to shades of medium to blue-green or grayish green. Crush the juniper's foliage or twigs and a pleasant aroma is emitted.
Another study by Purdue University concluded that it takes an average of 364 licks to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop using a licking machine, while it takes an average of 252 licks when tried by 20 volunteers.
Based on this model, the group was able to confidently estimate how many licks it would take to reach a Tootsie Popâs chewy center. While this makes the study sound simple, Ristroph admits the Tootsie Pop study had its challenges. Even mathâs greatest minds had trouble resisting the urge to bite into the lollipop.