Dark Sky Parks in the United States
There are over 60 dark sky parks, preserves, and communities across the United States.
March 13, 2019 12:20
Environment
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What Is A Stromatolite?
Stromatolites are sedimentary rocks formed by cyanobacteria.
March 12, 2019 17:10
What Is Unique About Cuatro Ciénegas?
Cuatro Ciénegas has flora and fauna that is heavily protected by the Mexican government.
March 12, 2019 16:04
Who Was George The Lobster?
George is an American lobster that had an estimated age of 140 years.
March 12, 2019 15:55
What Are The Effects Of Chromium Poisoning?
Chromium in toxic concentrations can be highly detrimental to human health.
March 11, 2019 12:47
Places Below Sea Level in Africa
Lake Assal in Djibouti is Africa's lowest point.
March 7, 2019 15:49
Which Crops and Plants Are Pollinated By Honey Bees?
Honey bees are vital to the pollination of numerous plants of economic significance. However, these bees are currently suffering from population decline due to human activities.
March 5, 2019 10:47
How Many Types Of River Dolphins Live In The World Today?
River dolphins are cetaceans that inhabit freshwater and brackishwater habitats.
February 26, 2019 12:12
What Are The Primary Inflows And Outflows Of Lake Edward?
The Semliki River is a primary outflow of Lake Edward.
February 22, 2019 14:58
What Are The Major Rivers Of West Africa?
The Niger River is a major river in West Africa.
February 22, 2019 14:24
The Ramsar Sites In England And Their Significance In Biodiversity Conservation
Currently, there are 71 wetlands in England designated as Ramsar sites or "Wetlands of International Importance."
February 22, 2019 14:17
What Is Occultation In Astronomy?
Occultation is a term in astronomy that refers to an event in which an object is blocked by another object passing between it and the observer.
February 21, 2019 14:57
What Is A Gorge?
A gorge is a narrow valley with rocky, steep walls that was created by the weathering and erosion of a river.
February 15, 2019 10:33
What Are The Primary Inflows And Outflows Of Lake Kivu?
The Ruzizi River is a primary outflow of Lake Kivu.
February 14, 2019 16:39
What Are The Primary Inflows And Outflows Of Lake Turkana?
Lake Turkana loses most of its water through evaporation.
February 13, 2019 10:51
Does It Snow In China?
Snow falls in various parts of China during the winter.
February 5, 2019 15:50
Does It Snow in Las Vegas?
Although the city of Las Vegas rarely sees snow, the surrounding mountains do almost every winter.
February 4, 2019 12:58
Types of Animal Dormancy
Learn about the different types of animal dormancy including hibernation, diapause, aestivation, and brumation.
February 4, 2019 12:13
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