February 21, 2014 Physical Science
We are a species who loves secrets. Relishes in them. Adoresthem. Giggles over nailpolish at sleepovers, sneaks glances at the tabloids in the supermarket line, exchanges excited whispers over the telephone while watching the soaps. We are also a species…
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February 20, 2014 Earth Science
There are natural, genetically modified and otherwise enhanced species of bacteria that thrive on certain components of oil and under certain conditions. When the aromatics in oil, such as benzine have vented off, the excessive amounts of oil are removed…
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February 20, 2014 Earth Science
Pegmatites come in two flavors simple and complex, or dirty. The complex pegmatites are the source of many rare minerals used both as gemstones, and rare metal ores. Pegmatites being relatively small in comparison to other mineral deposits lend themselves…
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February 20, 2014 Earth Science
To most of us, mountains seem to be the epitome of long lasting permanence. Yet in geological time, they are fleeting and short lasting. There are three main ways that mountains are created. The first is through plate tectonics. When…
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February 20, 2014 Social Science
Anthropology is, according to the American Heritage Dictionary, “the scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans”. The word Anthropology derives from the Greek “anthropos”, meaning “human”. It falls under the broad…
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February 20, 2014 Earth Science
The Racetrack Playa in Death Valley California is home to the mysterious sliding rocks. Racetrack Playa is actually a dry lakebed within the Panamint Range of mountains. It stands at an elevation of 3711 feet. The sliding rocks range in…
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February 20, 2014 Physical Science
A working knowledge of the night-time sky can enormously enrich one’s nocturnal hours and provide an exhilarating perspective on our very existence. Here is a basic guide to some of the more prominent celestial attractions. Spring The key grouping is…
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February 20, 2014 Physical Science
There are a variety of space related science experiments for elementary students. In this article I have shared some of the projects and experiments I have found and used from online. To learn more about each one, simply click on…
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February 20, 2014 Medical Science
A toddler, Hannah Warren aged two, is the youngest person ever to receive a bio-engineered organ. Born to a Canadian father and South Korean mother, the young girl was born unable to “breathe, speak, swallow, eat or drink on her…
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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, really, it’s a plane. And boy, do you ever want to fly like an eagle, soar like a hawk, feel free in the wild blue yonder. Wanting to become an amateur pilot takes…
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