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Nuclear Fallout How does nuclear energy work? Could we have a nuclear disaster in the U.S.? This article covers the basics of this controversial energy source.
Bringing Up the Heat The heat inside the Earth is called geothermal energy and it is a virtually untapped source of energy. This article talks about where this energy comes from and how we could use it.
Extreme Rollers What would it be like to rollerblade on a rollercoaster track? Read this article to find out how two crazy guys use potential and kinetic energy to find out.
Zapped Learn how lightning is created and how electrical energy moves through the sky in this article.
Secrets of a Snowflake This article discusses the factors that determine snowflake shape and how changes of state create snowflakes.
The Elements of Life Learn more about what elements are, how they combine and where they come from.
Sugarload Learn more about everyone's favorite molecule, sugar, and how it is transformed into limitless tasty treats.
Super Soot Discusses the structure and applications of the molecule buckminsterfullerene, one of the most interesting carbon molecules that exists.
Deflated Helium, that gas that makes your balloons float and your voice creepy, is becoming increasingly rare and expensive. Learn why in this article.
Detecting Danger Security is critical at airports and scientists continually develop better technology to detect possible threats. Learn how electromagnetic waves help stop terrorism.
Quiet Down How does sound in the ocean affect animals that use echolocation? Learn more about how human activity impacts dolphins and whales through sound.
Masters of Color Learn the science behind how some animals change color and how this ability to use light can help make the way you communicate more efficient.
Color Coded Wolves Read about how scientists are using infrared technology to understand more about parasites that infect the wolves in and around Yellowstone National Park.
Deadly Blasts This article discusses how explosion experts use forensic science to investigate crimes committed by bombers.
Battle of the Ants Some ants do battle using chemicals they produce. This article talks about the threat of these invasive ant species in the United States and how they use acids and bases.
Spinning Superstuff Did you know that spiders spin fibers that are stronger than steel? Learn how scientists are trying to replicate these materials so that we can put them to good use, like bullet-proof vests!
The Chemistry of Art How do paintings and sculptures hundreds of years old stand the test of time? Discover the chemistry that artists and scientists use in order to create and preserve precious works of art.
Cactus Cafe Life in Arizona's Sonoran desert is tough. Learn how the saguaro cactus is at the heart of this ecosystem and keeps the food chain going.
Precious Poop Poop might seem pretty useless but it is an important part of an ecosystem. Learn why in this article.
Fighting for Scraps Decomposers and scavengers have a dirty, but critical job in any ecosystem. Learn more about these critters in this article.
Restoring the Everglades The Florida Everglades is an ecosystem that is very unique and very endangered. Learn what is causing the problems and how scientists are trying to fix them.
The Fish that Ate Everything Invasive species can bring down an entire food chain. Learn more about these nasty creatures in this article.
Bright Future One of the largest solar energy plants of its kind is located in the Mojave Desert of California. Learn more about how solar energy works, its advantages and its disadvantages.
Battle Over the Amazon A giant dam in the middle of the Amazon rainforest is generating controversy. This article looks at why they want to build a dam there and the impacts would it have on the environment.
Water Woes Toxic scum creates massive algae blooms that can poison aquatic life and threaten the world's water supply. Learn where this scum comes from and how can we put an end to it.
The Big Melt The world's glaciers are disappearing! Understand more about what climate change is and how it is affecting glaciers around the world.