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Photosynthesis refers to a plant’s ability to gather energy through light.

October 16, 2019 09:11

The Bozeman Trail was an important route in the time of the American Wild West.

October 16, 2019 06:08

“Troglobite” is a name given to creatures that have completely adjusted to life in dark caves.

October 15, 2019 12:14

Under a separation of powers, the state is spilt into distinct branches.

October 15, 2019 10:30

Pedology is the study of soil and all factors surrounding it.

September 24, 2019 16:30

The famous Sioux Chief Red Cloud was one of the most prominent North American historical figures of the 19th century.

September 24, 2019 16:14

Eva Ekeblad was a Swedish noblewoman and scientist.

September 24, 2019 16:13

Eleanor of Aquitaine was one of the most important figures of the Medieval Era.

September 19, 2019 17:33

Valentina Tereshkova was the first woman to venture into space in 1963.

September 12, 2019 12:33

The enormous Persian Empire stretched across today’s Iran, Turkey, Egypt as well as parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan.

September 12, 2019 12:22

Of the 572 people who have been to space, only 59 of them have been women.

September 12, 2019 12:05

The term "cult of personality" is usually derogatory, and refers to the glorification and adoration of a single person, typically a political figure.

September 11, 2019 15:54

Ada Lovelace was an innovator, inventor, and scientists from England. Despite living a short life, her contributions are still felt in STEM fields today.

September 11, 2019 15:28

Esther Afua Ocloo was one of Ghana's leading entrepreneurs and a source of inspiration around the world.

September 11, 2019 15:17

Depending on the material being discarded and the type of material, some of the places our waste can end up include the landfill, the recycling facility, the incinerator, etc.

September 10, 2019 12:08

Syncretism refers to the blending of two or more elements to create something new in the realm of religion, culture, food, etc.

September 10, 2019 11:40

Queen Nefertiti is a famous image of Ancient Egypt. But who really was she?

September 6, 2019 12:27

Do flamingos really become pink through their diet, or are they born that way?

September 3, 2019 15:15

Arcology is a mostly hypothetical type of architecture that seeks to have a low-impact on the human environment.

September 3, 2019 14:14

Josephine Baker was an American-French dancer, performer, and civil rights activist.

August 14, 2019 12:51