Science & Nature
Meet the 400-Year-Old Sharks of the Arctic Deep
The Greenland shark is one of the Arctic Deep's most interesting species. It can live for over 400 years and reach sexual maturity after a century on Earth.
The Hagfish's 20-Liter Escape Cloud
The Hagfish, a fascinating marine monster, produces dense clouds of thick goo to deter predators, earning it the nickname "the world’s slimiest creature."
How Horseshoe Crabs Guard Our Vaccines
The blood of horseshoe crabs is widely used for discovering impurities in vaccines, raising concerns about sustainability.
Bombardier Beetles on the Offense With Nature’s Chemical Cannon
When threatened, Bombardier Beetles can shoot boiling hot poison, spraying its attacker and incapacitating them long enough for the insect to make its escape.
The 12 Deadliest Animals In Pennsylvania
From venomous snakes to aggressive insects and predatory mammals, these animals present real risks to residents and visitors alike.
How Wombats Excrete Perfect Little Cubes
The wombat is an adorable creature that happens to excrete around 100 little cubes a day. This has inspired scientists to ask why.
Where Do Artificial Satellites Orbit The Earth?
Artificial satellites usually consist of machines or devices that are launched into space and orbit around the Earth or any other body in space. Thousands orbit in space.
What Is Superconductivity?
Explore the science of superconductivity, from how it works to its types and impact on modern technology like MRI, maglev trains, and quantum computing.
Two Oppositely Charged Extremal Black Holes Produced From Nothing
This discussion of two oppositely charged extremal black holes explores the Kerr-Newman solution as well as the Garfinkle-Strominger instanton.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Massachusetts
Massachusetts lakes harbor diverse snake species in thriving habitats, offering a look at where these reptiles are most commonly found.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Arizona
Take a trip south and discover these lakes in Arizona that contain the most snakes despite being some of the most beautiful lakes in the United States.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Maine
Although Maine is not the most snake-infested state in the United States, there are still lakes that are the ideal habitat for local species.
Three Large Mysterious Galaxies Discovered by the James Webb Telescope
Discover how the James Webb Telescope uncovered ancient red galaxies that challenge everything humans know about the early universe and galaxy formation.
The World's Slowest Animal Is Actually Not The Sloth
The banana slug, a gastropod from the Pacific Northwest, is the earth's slowest animal, moving at just 6.5 inches per minute.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Kentucky
An overview of Kentucky's lakes known for significant snake populations, detailing both venomous and non-venomous species inhabiting these waters.
What Gives Matter Mass?
In 2012, scientists discovered the Higgs boson, revealing how the Higgs field breaks electroweak symmetry, thereby imparting mass to matter.
Which State Has More Venomous Snakes: Texas or Georgia?
Texas and Georgia, populous and geographically diverse, host various wildlife, including many venomous snakes like rattlesnakes and copperheads.
The Largest Airports In The World By Size
King Fahd International Airport spans 776 sq km, greatly exceeding Denver International's 137.8 and Kuala Lumpur's 100 total sq km.
The Fastest Birds In The World
The White-throated Needletail is the fastest in horizontal flight at 170 km/h, while the Peregrine Falcon reaches 389 km/h in dives.
Do Water And Ice Weigh The Same?
As organisms that live on a planet mostly covered in water, we often take it for granted. The following is a simple yet profound question: do water and ice weigh the same?
Which Planets Have Rings?
Of the eight planets in our solar system, Saturn appears to be the only one surrounded by a system of rings. Saturn’s ring system makes it such a beautiful planet.
The Hottest And Coldest Planets Of Our Solar System
Planets in our Solar System vary in temperature based on composition, distance from the Sun, and atmosphere, with Venus the hottest and Neptune the coldest.
Have We Explored the Ocean or Space More?
Though space imagery seems extensive, physical human exploration of oceans surpasses space due to direct observation and tangible data collection.
Is The Moon A Planet Or A Star?
When we talk about some of these objects, most of us likely have good knowledge of what these objects are, but do we know what makes them different? In terms of the moon, why isn’t it a planet or a star?
The World’s Largest Eagles
Determining which eagles are the biggest in the world requires an examination of mass, length, and wingspan.
The 7 Deadliest Animals in West Virginia
Felines, canines, arachnids and serpants. These are just some of the wildlife types in wild West Virginia. Be safe and responsible when camping out.
Are There Cobras In The Everglades?
Explore the reality behind cobras in the Florida Everglades. Delve into the ecosystem's invasive species problem and the exotic pet trade's role.
How A Catastrophe Led To The Discovery Of Quantum Mechanics
Early 20th-century physicists thought they understood all natural laws, but unresolved issues led to quantum mechanics and relativity's development.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Michigan
Michigan hosts 18 snake species, with only one venomous. This article focuses on aquatic and semi-aquatic species, their behaviors, and safety.
The Only Planet That Rotates Clockwise
An interesting fact about the solar system is that all the planets, with one exception, rotate counterclockwise. Venus, rotates clockwise.
What Animals Live In The Amazon Rainforest?
The Amazon rainforest spans 2.1 million square miles, housing rare wildlife, diverse ecosystems, and approximately 10% of Earth's known species.
How Hot Is Planet Earth?
An analysis of Earth's average temperature, measurement methods, and comparisons with other planets, highlighting recent global warming trends.
What Is The Largest Planet In The Solar System?
The eight planets in our solar system come in a wide variety of sizes. Some are true behemoths, while others are relatively small.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in North Carolina
These snake-infested lakes in North Carolina are home to all kinds of venomous and non-venomous species, so it is ideal to stay alert.
How Much Does A Cloud Weigh?
A typical cumulus cloud weighs about 1 million tonnes, buoyant due to its density being slightly less than surrounding air.
The Most Snake Infested Lakes in Arkansas
Explore Arkansas's most snake-infested lakes and learn about the native water and semi-aquatic snakes that inhabit these picturesque yet adventurous spots.
How Many Pythons Are In The Everglades?
Wade into the swamp and unpack this bizarre situation. How many pythons are in Florida's Everglades? And how did they get there?
Does The Sun Orbit Jupiter?
All the planets exert a gravitational force on the sun, causing it to move slightly. This effect is most noticeable between the sun and Jupiter.
The Biggest Black Hole In The Universe
The largest black hole in the universe is a supermassive black hole located within the Phoenix Cluster of galaxies. It has a mass of 100-billion suns.
11 Brilliant Discoveries About The Human Brain
Research reveals the brain's growth, impact of experiences, languages, and exercise on its function and lifelong adaptability.