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Everyday Uses of Alkaline Earth Metals

Nov 6, 2024 - Emily Newton

We use different types of metals every day. Find out what elements make up the alkaline earth metals, and where might you encounter them in your daily life.

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Everyday Uses of Alkali Metals

Oct 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

What are alkali metals? Where might you encounter them in your everyday life? Here’s a quick refresher on Group 1 of the periodic table of elements.

25 Solar System Facts: The Ultimate Guide to Our Solar System

Oct 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

Let’s take a look at our closest stellar neighbors. Here are some fantastic solar system facts that you might not have known.

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Strategies to Minimize Equipment Downtime in Critical Healthcare Settings

Oct 25, 2024 - Emily Newton

Minimizing equipment downtime is crucial for protecting patients and health care operations. Learn how to find and prevent the causes of downtime. With proactive measures, health care facilities can deliver more effective care.

The Types of Chemical Bonds and Their Effects on Scientific Progress

Oct 24, 2024 - Ellie Gabel

Stable chemical compounds form due to the types of chemical bonds between at least two atoms. This overview explains each one and how chemists can impact science by learning more about these bonds. What Is…

Interesting Facts About Mercury You Need to Know

Oct 23, 2024 - Emily Newton

What do you know about the planets in our solar system? Keep reading to learn interesting facts about Mercury, the closest planet to the sun.

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The Blue Planet Exposed: 10 Facts About Earth That Will Blow Your Mind

Oct 23, 2024 - Emily Newton

We continue our journey across the solar system to discuss some interesting facts about Earth. What makes our own planet so interesting? Learn more now!

Earth’s Mysterious Neighbor: Unveiling 10 Intriguing Facts About Venus 

Oct 22, 2024 - Emily Newton

Our tour of the solar system continues with Venus. Here are some facts about Venus every budding astronomy enthusiast should know.

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Understanding Units for Thermal Energy: Joules, Btus and More

Oct 17, 2024 - Emily Newton

Understanding standard units of measure is key to informed decision-making and understanding scientific research. However, they’re not always as straightforward as one might think. The units for thermal energy, for example, can get complicated. Different…

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The Good, the Bad and the Green of Separate Sewer Systems

Oct 10, 2024 - Lou Farrell

As urban water management grapples with stormwater outflows, separate sewer systems are delivering a viable solution. But what is a separate sewer network and why are they better than combined sewers?

How Roller Coaster Physics Pushes the Limits of Thrill Engineering

Sep 26, 2024 - Emily Newton

Roller coaster physics is crucial in crafting the exhilarating experiences that thrill-seekers crave at amusement parks. Understanding the principles of gravity, inertia and acceleration can push the limits of what’s possible, designing heart-pounding and safe…

Is Asteroid Mining the Next Big Thing in Space Exploration?

Sep 24, 2024 - Emily Newton

As humanity continues to push the frontiers of space exploration, the possibility of asteroid mining inches closer from science fiction to a tangible prospect. Growing evidence suggests that these large floating rocks contain a wealth…