Why does my phone screen scratch so easily?The real culprit is hiding in your pocket.

From the show

Science Around You

Ever wonder how your durable phone screen gets covered in tiny scratches? It's not your keys or coins. The answer lies in the nearly invisible particles they pick up. We explore the science behind screen scratches, revealing why common dust and sand are more damaging than metal objects. It all comes down to a simple hardness test where the smallest things often win.