Articles (Earth)

Water on Mars
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Scientists have sent a robotic rover named Curiosity to Mars in 2012. It is fitted with cameras, as well as a laboratory within it, allowing it to carry out some analysis of soil and rocks found on the surface of Mars. 


Katherine Johnson: NASA’s Human Computer
(Inventions and Innovations)

The African–American physicist, space scientist, and mathematician Katherine Johnson was born in 1918 in a small town in West Virginia, USA.


Astrology vs. Astronomy
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Astronomy, as a field of science, is the scientific study of the universe: the motions, positions, sizes, composition, and behavior of astronomical objects.


Mars: Where did the atmosphere go?
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

With its coppery red color and the mysteries surrounding it, Mars has always been a fascinating planet; it has been an object of interest...


Mind-Blowing Space Facts (2)
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Are we alone in the Universe? What exactly is dark matter? How did our solar system form initially? Endless unanswered questions about space; it is practically a wonderland of mystery.


Mind-Blowing Space Facts (1)
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Are we alone in the Universe? What exactly is dark matter? How did our solar system form initially? Endless unanswered questions about space; it is practically a wonderland of mystery.


Drought Attack
(Earth Sciences)

Water, the source of life, has come under pressure in recent years; many predict that future wars will be fought to gain control over water supplies. 


Why Space is Black?
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

When we search for pictures of the outer space, we find them all black, and we do not know why? The answer to this question might be a little bit difficult, but we can simplify it.

How Rainbows Form?
(Earth Sciences)

There is nothing like looking up to the sky and seeing a rainbow to put a smile on your face. They are a beautiful natural occurrence, a perfectly formed arch made of colors.

Arctic Methane Release
(Earth Sciences)

Methane is the main ingredient of natural gas and an extremely potent greenhouse gas, far more powerful than carbon dioxide. Over 60% of the total of the methane emitted is from natural sources.


The Amazon Gets Less and Less Green
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

In a world threatened by its own carbon footprint, the forests of the Amazon are its largest absorber of carbon dioxide. Satellites have shown beyond doubt that deforestation in the Brazil’s Amazon jungle has reached a dramatic level.


E-Waste
(Computers and Information Technology)

Every year we buy a new updated electronic equipment and gadgets to support our needs and wishes. Nearly most of the discarded consumer electronics end up in landfills.


Palm Oil: A Curse or A Blessing?
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Many countries economies’ depend on agriculture and the yield that comes from their soil. When a certain crop is produced on a large scale and sold for profit, it is known as a crash crop.


Sun Power: Initiatives for the Future
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

With the power cuts we have been suffering from, would it not be wonderful if each person generates their own power and not have to rely on the power grid?


Inventions that Changed the Course of History: The Rocket
(Inventions and Innovations)

Throughout history, there has been confusion between the words rocket and missile. A rocket generally refers to a device, which after launch, is recovered using a parachute or streamer. A missile is defined as a flying device which is not recovered.


Easter Island: A Lesson for Humanity
(Earth Sciences)

Easter Island is a Polynesian island in the Southeast Pacific Ocean.

The Artificial Leaf
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Chemist Daniel Nocera has successfully developed a device that closely mimics photosynthesis.

The Spinning Wheels of Technology
(Inventions and Innovations)

Can you imagine life without wheels?


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