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The change of a caterpillar into a butterfly is called metamorphosis: meaning, to transform. A similar term- metamorphism – is used to describe the change of a rock into a new type of rock. Such change may be brought about by extreme heat or pressure. These are called metamorphic rocks. Based on their appearance and texture, metamorphic rocks […]
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In part 1 of this article we discussed fiery liquid rocks, like lava. However, most of the earth’s crust is covered by a layer of sand and mineral fragments, or sediments. In many places, heat and pressure have compacted these sediments into solid rock. This is called sedimentary rock. Over 75 percent of the earth’s surface is covered […]
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Igneous Rocks- The Fiery Ones Huge bubbles of hot, fluid rock called magma form deep in the earth’s mantle and squeeze towards the surface. Occasionally, magma forces its way through the earth’s crust by erupting out of a volcano. Once the magma flows from a volcano, it is called lava. As the lava cools, it eventually hardens […]
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INTRODUCTION It all started with a speck in the middle of nowhere in a dark, empty space. But who knew that that speck held and would soon be the large universe we all know today? But how exactly did that speck come to be? How did it explode? Did it even actually explode? Why was […]
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Our planet is home to an incredibly diverse range of species, with new discoveries being made every year. In fact, did you know that it’s estimated that approximately 18,000 new species are discovered every year, adding to the already comprehensive record of life on Earth? That’s a LOT, right? Today, I have some exciting news […]
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For more than 100 years, scientists have been studying global warming and its disastrous effects, one of our planet’s most critical issues. From heat waves, severe storms and flooding, and increased drought to changing weather patterns, melting glaciers and warming oceans, rising sea levels, loss of species, and even health risks, these catastrophic effects of […]
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Oil is an important resource that you can see everywhere around us. It plays an essential part in the quality of our lives, and it’s hard to imagine a world without it. From transportation and heating, to electricity and manufacturing essential products for our daily routine, like household appliances, computers, plastics, paint, and cosmetics, the […]
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Since the very beginning of space exploration, scientists have always been dedicated to expanding the boundaries of our understanding of space and the universe. Through decades of unwavering research, they have made groundbreaking discoveries about the mysteries of our universe. Moreover, they have developed innovations that have improved daily life, advanced medical research, and supported […]
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Barbie has always been associated with the color pink, and it’s easy to see why. Pink represents femininity, beauty, and elegance, all qualities that Barbie embodies. From her pink wardrobe to her iconic pink dreamhouse, Barbie has become synonymous with the color. But have you ever wondered how did pink become Barbie’s color in the […]
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On March 17th of every year, people across the world celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the feast day Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick. There’s nothing quite like this holiday, with people wearing green and parades on every corner. People also often look for four-leaf clovers for good luck, dress as leprechauns with gold pots, and drink […]
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Today, about 10,000 bird species exist worldwide. But there are debates that the exact number could almost be twice that. These warm-blooded vertebrates are well-known for their colorful plumage, lightweight, smooth feathers for flight, harmonious songs, and amusing behaviors. But did you know that modern-day birds actually evolved from dinosaurs? Yes. You read that right. […]
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We think that life began on Earth at least 3.5 to 4 billion years ago. This is because the oldest evidence of life form recorded is a 3.49-billion-year-old microscopic fossil. The remains of the Stromatolites or microbial reefs created by cyanobacteria were found in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. This oldest fossil ever discovered […]
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Honestly, I did not know there was so many types of coal until I researched for this post. But, before we get into that, let’s dive into what coal is. Coal is formed from decayed plant matter and is commonly found in sedimentary rock. Over half of the electricity produced in the United States is made […]
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The Harry Potter movie franchise was comprised of eight movies in total over ten years, and each movie was made with great attention to detail and design. We, as Potterheads, pride ourselves on all the facts we know about the wizarding world. And I bet you’ve rewatched the movie series countless times already. But did […]
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The Kola Superdeep Borehole is the result of a scientific drilling project of the Soviet Union in the Pechengsky District, on the Kola Peninsula. The project attempted to drill as deep as possible into the Earth’s crust. Drilling began on May 24th, 1970. Boreholes were drilled by branching from a central hole. The deepest, SG-3, reached 12,262 metres (40,230 ft; 7,619 mi) in […]
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Last time, I shared with you some of the widespread misconceptions that people still believe to be true but are, in fact, inaccurate. I noticed that several of you were intrigued by what they have read, so I thought, why not make a series of posts about other popular misconceptions? For today, we’re going to […]
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A girl was walking in the dark woods. She heard a scary noise but she kept going in the dark woods until a net captured her. Then she woke up in a scary place. She walked towards the rock door, but she was not able to open it.Someone came and said to her: “10 years […]