How Oysters Make Pearls And Why Some Are Different Colors
For thousands of years, people have collected oysters for their pearls, no matter their color. Have you ever wondered where those colors come from, though?
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Your Mood Ring Color Doesn't Mean What You Think
Mood rings are quite the fun novelty item, but there's a lot more science involved with their color-changing capacity than you might expect.
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5 Times NASA Broke Records In 2024
Breaking records is always a momentous achievement, and NASA managed that quite a few times in 2024. Here are some of the most impressive records they broke.
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7 Discoveries That Revolutionized Science In 2024
There are always new scientific discoveries being made every year, and 2024 was no different in that regard. Here are some of the most revolutionary.
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The Worst Impacts Global Warming Could Have In The Future
Discussions surrounding global warming have been going on for a long time, but what exactly will the future end up looking like as a result of thsoe changes?
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An Unassuming Rock Found In Indiana Proves There Was Water On Mars
Scientists have studied the existence of water on Mars for over a century. A little black rock found in Indiana proved the red planet did have water.
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California Is Home To The Hottest Place On Earth
It would take more than sunscreen to survive the hottest place on Earth, located right in California. Here’s its record-setting temperature and why it’s so hot.
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Major Scientific Discoveries That Happened By Accident
Science often seems like it's always about careful logic, but really, many discoveries have come about entirely by accident. Here are some of the most notable.
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The Bird Taller Than A Basketball Player That's Pure Nightmare Fuel
A fossil that was unearthed in South America has recently been identified, and it’s a bird that could put fear into almost any living creature.
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The Meteor Strike That Likely Sped Up Evolution
Meteor strikes are usually associated with mass extinctions, but a new study shows that one meteor strike could have actually helped life on earth.
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The Only Two Frogs That Are Considered Venomous
Whether an animal is poisonous or venomous is often a confusing question, and that's especially true with these two frogs, owing to their unique adaptations
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The Quantum Cat Experiment That Broke An Incredible Record
A quantum cat might sound like something out of science fiction, but it's actually quite real. And this experiment managed to push the concept to new heights.
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The Biggest Known Structure In The Universe And How Far It Is From Earth
Space is a big place filled with plenty of mysteries, and even the largest known object in the universe still leaves some scientists perplexed.
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The Big Change To Earth's Atmosphere That's Causing Extreme Weather
Extreme weather is an increasingly common problem around the world, and changes to this atmospheric phenomenon could just make things even worse.
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What Auroras Look Like On Other Planets In Our Solar System
Auroras are beautiful phenomena on Earth, but they aren't specific to this planet. In fact, they appear on many other planets, and they're equally spectacular.
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Octopuses Have Three Times As Many Brains As They Have Hearts
Octopuses are pretty weird animals that are constantly surprising us. They have a strange number of hearts, but they have an even weirder number of brains.
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Fool's Gold In New York Actually Hid A Surprising Treasure
Fool's gold is known for being a deceptive little mineral, but that hasn't always been true. A discovery made in New York proved just how valuable it could be.
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Top 5 Most Dangerous Species In Florida
The U.S. is home to a fair few scary species, and Florida is home to quite a number of them. Here are five of the most dangerous animals that reside there.
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The Hard Math Problem That Stumped Einstein
Albert Einstein may be considered the greatest mind of the 20th century, but that doesn't mean he couldn't be stumped by the occasional math problem.
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The Best Wildlife By Continent: The Earth's Most Biodiverse Ecosystems Ranked
Each continent has its own share of different species, but not all of them are created equal. Here's a rundown of which continents are the most biodiverse.
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The Largest Science Museum In The Western Hemisphere Is Actually In Illinois
Museums all have the goal of sharing information, but if you're looking for a standout, the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere is a good start.
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The Different Types Of Northern Lights Explained
The northern lights are quite the beautiful and fascinating natural phenomenon, but did you know that there's a reason they look the way they do?
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5 Invasive Species That Are Wreaking Havoc In Indiana
Invasive species have the capability of heavily damaging the ecosystems they find themselves in. That's true all across the U.S., and Indiana is no exception.
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Here's What Happened To The Murder Hornets In Washington State
Starting in late 2019, reports of murder hornets caused a stir, but those reports have since died down. Here's what happened to the murder hornets since then.
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The Unassuming New Mexico Lake That's Actually A Death Trap
Diving has quite a bit of allure for thrill seekers, and this lake in New Mexico is especially appealing for that. But it also has quite a dark history.
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Washington State Has The Deadliest And Most Destructive Volcanic Eruption In US History
When it comes to volcanic eruptions, most people picture smoke, ash, and lava. Not all eruptions are quite so destructive, but this was certainly was.
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How High Relative Humidity Impacts Your Body (& Why It Feels More Miserable Than Dry Heat)
It's never a surprise to hear someone complaining about humidity, but is there a reason it's so much worse than dry heat? Here's the science behind that.
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