Earth Science & Climate

Is Brick a Rock? Explaining the Difference

Does Sandy Soil Drain Well? The Pros and Cons

What Is Aventurine? Its Properties, Sources, and Uses

What Is the Top of a Volcano Called?

Is Venus Hotter Than the Sun? A Look at the Numbers

How Rare Is a Circular Rainbow?

How Long Does a Rainbow Last?

What Can Happen After an Earthquake?

Why Does the Sky Turn Green During a Tornado?

Are There Tides in Lakes? Explaining the Science

What Does It Mean for an Asteroid or Planet to Be Differentiated?

How Could Deposition Change the Shape of the Land?

What Is a Clear Crystal Called?

What Do the Northern Lights Look Like to the Human Eye?

How Big Was the Loma Prieta Earthquake in 1989?

What Are Small Rocks Called? From Pebbles to Silt

How the Sun Heats the Earth: From Space to Surface

What Hemisphere Is Orion In?

How Were the Fairy Chimneys Formed?

How Long Does It Take for Venus to Rotate on Its Axis?