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our atmosphere contains nonmetal elements and other compounds

Everyday Uses of Nonmetals

Nov 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

The properties of nonmetals vary due to the dramatic differences in these elements. However, they primarily appear as gasses. Keep reading to learn more.

15 Ways You Can Conserve Biodiversity Right Now

Nov 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

The protection of biodiversity is crucial for the health of our planet. Explore the top ways we can conserve biodiversity worldwide.

Uses of Groundwater: How to Prevent Depletion

Nov 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

One of the primary uses of groundwater is providing drinking water. However, we’re facing a trend of groundwater depletion putting human life at risk.

Keck Telescope Views of Uranus

Facts About Uranus: The Heavenly Ice Giant

Nov 29, 2024 - Emily Newton

Uranus is one of the biggest gas giants that we’ve ever seen. Check out these facts about Uranus now.

Beyond the Stars: The Role of Plasma Physics in Astrophysics and Space Exploration

Nov 28, 2024 - Lou Farrell

Uncover how plasma physics drives discoveries in astrophysics and fuels innovations in space exploration. Plasma physics, central to both astrophysics and space exploration, offers profound insights into the universe’s mysteries and helps advance the technology…

photo of pluto

Picking Apart Pluto: Learn Facts About Pluto, the Former Ninth Planet

Nov 28, 2024 - Emily Newton

This exploration of the solar system involves Pluto, the former ninth planet. Check out these interesting facts about Pluto. Which ones did you know?

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.

image of Neptune

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?

an urban spraw scene at sunset

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.