Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
Did you know that we are in the middle of an ice age? It may not seem like it, but it’s true! An ice age is a long period of time when Earth’s temperatures are … Read more
Most people think of Earth as a sphere, but that is not exactly accurate. Experts describe its shape as more of a “lumpy potato.” It is flatter at the poles and bulges around the equator. … Read more
In August, Tropical Storm Hilary moved across southern California, causing mudslides and devasting flooding. Hilary was the first tropical storm to hit this part of the United States since 1997. The first ever tropical storm … Read more
Clever Fox was born on the Ute Mountain Indian reservation in 1932. He was raised in the traditional Navajo way, learning their religion and how to hunt and farm. He asked questions about the natural … Read more
If you live in the southwest, you might observe some creepy creatures out and about this month. It is tarantula mating season. This means that male tarantulas have left their burrows in search of a … Read more
What do you think of when you hear the word mummy? Most picture the cloth-wrapped mummies of ancient Egypt. These mummies underwent an extensive artificial mummification process. A mummy is a corpse that keeps its … Read more
September is an exciting time of year. It is the start of a new school year and the beginning of fall. It is also national mushroom month! This month we learn all about mushrooms and … Read more
Earlier this summer, a deep-sea submersible went missing with five people on board. It was later discovered that the submersible collapsed under the ocean’s pressure. The people on board were visiting the Titanic 3.8 kilometers … Read more
Saturn is the new “moon king” among the planets in our solar system. Moons are natural satellites that travel around another object in space. They are not planets because they do not orbit the Sun. … Read more
Mammals have unusual ways to regulate the temperature of their bodies. They use moisture. Moisture helps to lower their body temperature when the outside temperature rises. The moisture evaporates, cools their bodies, and prevents their … Read more
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