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Where Has All the Helium Gone?
What is helium? Helium is an element that can be found on Earth and in space. On Earth, helium is present in gas form. It is made when other materials break down. In space, helium … Read more
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Help Save Kelp!
What is kelp? Because kelp looks so much like grass, many people assume it is a plant. However, kelp belongs to the kingdom Protista. This kingdom is made up of organisms with simple cellular organization. … Read more
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Is it a bird? A plane? No, it’s the Sundial Bridge!
When they see the Sundial Bridge, visitors of Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding, California might find themselves wondering, “Is it a bird? Is it a plane?” No, but it is certainly a real eye … Read more
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Fight the Flu
What is the flu? The flu is caused by a virus known as influenza. Viruses are particles that work by infecting cells in the body. A virus works by making thousands of copies of itself inside the … Read more
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Sweet 16 for the Spitzer Space Telescope
This year the Spitzer Space Telescope celebrates 16 years in orbit. Spitzer is an infrared telescope that is used to study the early universe. Scientists want to learn about how stars and galaxies are formed. … Read more
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Squirrels: Friend or Foe?
The answer to that question depends on who you ask. From forests to cities, eastern gray squirrels are one of the most common species of squirrel found in the United States. They are fun to watch as they frolic and … Read more