January 20, 2015 Physical Science
Argon, a colorless and odorless gas, makes up 0.93% of our planet’s atmosphere. This makes it the third most abundant element in our atmosphere after nitrogen and oxygen. Martian atmosphere is richer in this element containing 1.6 % argon. It…
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January 20, 2015 Physical Science
Due to its atomic structure as well as chemical and physical properties, carbon is a very unique non metallic element in nature. It has an atomic number of 6; atomic weight of 12.01 and a melting point of 360ºC. As…
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In the essay On the Uncertainty of Science written by Lewis Thomas in 1980 the main focus is on the human species and the evolving science around them. The author explains that over the past three hundred years science has…
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January 20, 2015 Earth Science
The desert biome covers approximately one third of the Earth´s surface, and occurs in regions where the annual average precipitation is less than 25 cm (10 inches) a year. There are regions which are extremely dry, and receive less than…
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January 20, 2015 Physical Science
Man has been using silver for a longtime. Archeologists have found evidence of its usage dating back 5,000 years. Its name comes from the Anglo-Saxon name for the element “seolfor”, while its symbol (Ag) comes from its Latin name “argentum”….
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Cellular Fertilization in the Kingdom Animalia Cellular fertilization is the mechanism by which sexual reproduction yields a new generation of organism. Between kingdoms, the process varies far and wide encompassing everything from the simplicity of transferring genetic information between cells…
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The Top Ten Greatest Inventions Of All Time Music. I think of it as perhaps one of the most beautiful inventions of mankind. It is the universal language of planet earth. As I write this, I am listening to Sinead…
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January 20, 2015 Physical Science
Have you ever wondered why when the temperature is -10 degrees Celcius, you may still find liquid water? Or why does a bot of boiling water not completely evaporate when its temperature reaches 100 degrees Celcius? The answer to these…
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With the return of longer days and sunshine comes the welcome appearance of wildflowers all across the United Kingdom. Alongside all the fresh greens of budding trees, the flashes of blue, white, yellow and more make it feel like the…
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January 19, 2015 Physical Science
Growing crystals is easy, fun, and, a lot of times, edible and pretty to look at. It’s also a simple way to introduce younger kids to some basic elements of chemistry. It allows the opportunity to practice skills like careful…
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