Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
You might have recently heard that Earth has a second “moon.” Here’s what you need to know. What is it, really? 2024 PT5 is an asteroid, or a small, rocky object that orbits the Sun. … Read more
Think about your traits (characteristics of living things). What color are your eyes and hair? How tall are you? What shape is your nose? You might share some traits with your mom, dad, sisters, or … Read more
If you live in the Midwest, you might have recently heard the term “corn sweat.” Some meteorologists used this term to explain why late summer humidity levels were so high and why it felt so … Read more
Scientists recently found three new moons orbiting planets in our solar system. A moon is a natural object that orbits a planet. Two of the moons orbit Neptune, and one orbits Uranus. Uranus and Neptune … Read more
Today, skyscrapers can be found in nearly every major city. In fact, cities seem to compete to see who can build the tallest building. Though buildings keep getting taller, engineers have faced many challenges along … Read more
Have you ever laid on the ground and looked for shapes in the clouds. You might have seen different animals, hearts, or racecars. But have you ever seen one that looks like a flying saucer? … Read more
Some call them lightning bugs. Others call them fireflies. Both names refer to the beetles that light up our summer evenings. Adults and children alike delight in observing these fascinating creatures, but most do not … Read more
Have you ever been playing outside on a hot day when you notice your face and hair are all wet? What happened? Don’t sweat it—it’s just sweat! You don’t even notice it is happening, but … Read more
Did you know that ice pops were invented by an 11-year-old boy? In 1905, 11-year-old Frank Epperson accidentally left a soda mixture out in the cold all night. It froze, and in the morning he … Read more
When cicadas emerge, they molt, or shed their nymph exoskeleton. This spring and summer, some parts of the United States will be overwhelmed with cicadas as two different broods emerge at the same time. A … Read more
© 2024 McGraw-Hill Education. All Rights Reserved.
