If you’ve ever tried skateboarding, then you know how hard it can be to keep your board from flying out from underneath you. The first time you attempt it, it’s almost guaranteed
Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and other photosynthetic organisms convert light energy from the sun, water, and CO2 into sugar for growth and storage. This conversion of light energy
MoreIt’s almost as if they are pandering to the public. The answer seems so obvious and yet, when you research it, you find apparent contradictions. With snow in places where it doesn’t
MoreIn the wild, kangaroos are shy and timid creatures. Koala bears, on the other hand, are notorious for being one of the most adorable animals in the world. With their fuzzy ears
MoreMagnetic properties are commonly used to identify minerals. This is because some minerals are magnetic, and others aren’t. A number of techniques exist for identifying magnetic minerals; most involve crushing the sample
MoreIn the world of biology, there are many sub-disciplines that focus on specific organisms or their characteristics. The study of invertebrates is one such area of focus. It has led to some
MorePeople who are conscious about their salt intake prefer sea salt over iodized table salt. So, is sea salt non-iodized? The answer is no. Sea salt has iodine but in a very
MoreHyenas are known for their cackling laugh and scary appearance in movies. Some people think they’re evil and mean, but nothing could be further from the truth. These amazing animals have some
MoreWhen you get your new driver’s license, you might be confused by the many acronyms and abbreviations. One of the most common ones is I.S.S., which stands for In-State Statutory Exception. The
MoreDeserts are the driest places on Earth, with little rainfall and little vegetation. It’s hardly surprising that few people choose to live in deserts. But there are still millions of people who
MoreAlligators are carnivorous animals, which means that they eat meat to survive. However, alligators aren’t the type of animal that can eat just anything and everything. In the wild, alligators have access
More