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Chlorine is a commonly used halogen element

Everyday Uses of Halogens

Nov 28, 2024 - Emily Newton

What are halogens, and where might you encounter them in your daily life? Keep reading to learn more about halogen properties and traits.

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Facts About Neptune: What Makes This Ice Giant Planet Unique?

Nov 26, 2024 - Emily Newton

What makes Neptune, the beautiful blue gas giant, so special? Check out these interesting facts about Neptune to learn more.

close up of semicondutor containing the metalloid silicon

Everyday Uses of Metalloids

Nov 25, 2024 - Emily Newton

Finding the metalloids/ semimetals on the perodic table is hard. Read more to learn about what are metalloids and where might you use them in your life.

How Does Overpopulation Affect the Environment?

Nov 25, 2024 - Emily Newton

Unfortunately, we’re getting close to the planet’s maximum sustainable population. What are the effects of overpopulation on the environment?

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What Is Urban Sprawl? Buzzword or Environmental Catastrophe?

Nov 22, 2024 - Emily Newton

Urban sprawl something that has existed since humans started to settle down into communities. But not urban sprawl is an environmental issue. Here’s why.

Get to Know the Gas Giant With These Gripping Facts About Jupiter

Nov 21, 2024 - Emily Newton

This massive gas giant is the first of the outer planets. Here are 1 interesting facts about Jupiter to know about this giant celestial being.

modern tvs contain lantanide elements

Everyday Uses of Lanthanides: The Rare Earth Elements

Nov 19, 2024 - Emily Newton

Also known as rare earth elements, these 14 elements all fall between the atomic numbers of 57 and 71 of the periodic table. Learn more now!

The Benefits of Natural Rubber in Sustainable Manufacturing

Nov 19, 2024 - Ellie Gabel

Natural rubber — derived from the latex of rubber trees — is a standout sustainable alternative to synthetic materials made from petroleum. With its renewable origins, it offers eco-conscious manufacturers a biodegradable material that minimally…

uranium bomb explosion is an example use of an actinide element

Everyday Uses of Actinides

Nov 18, 2024 - Emily Newton

Did you know that they used to use plutonium to power pacemakers? Keep reading to learn about the actinides properties and uses!

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Ring Around the Ringed Planet: Facts About Saturn to Deepen Your Knowledge

Nov 18, 2024 - Emily Newton

Let’s look at the sixth planet in our solar system, Saturn. Here are ten interesting facts about Saturn. Learn more now!

Get Acquainted With the Red Planet Through These Facts About Mars

Nov 18, 2024 - Emily Newton

It’s the final inner planet and named after the Roman god of war. Here are some interesting facts about Mars. What fact surprised you?

aluminum beer cans on ice

Basic Metals: Everyday Uses

Nov 18, 2024 - Emily Newton

Metal is everywhere, and today we’re going to take a closer look at the basic metals. Also known as poor metals, you probably encounter quite a few of these in your daily life.