While space travel today is best known for taking astronauts into the solar system, early pioneers travelled into deep space. These men and women contributed to space exploration in significant ways but led to more tragic accidents than successes. Luckily, space exploration has come a long way since those first pioneers. Today, space travel has […]
Technology has made our world more connected. Smartphones, computers, and other high-tech devices connect us to people, places, and things. These technology tools also help us learn, work, and connect with others around the world. These tools can give us unprecedented access, and access allows us to achieve great things. However, these connections can also […]
Birds are beneficial animals to have around the house, helping to keep the ecosystem balanced and free of pests. However, birds can also be a nuisance, flying into windows, eating your fruit, and leaving droppings that can damage your home’s exterior. Bird netting usually helps deter birds from coming into contact with your home, and […]
Zoology is the study of animals, and there are many different types of zoologists. Some zoologists specialize in a type of animal, while others may specialize in a particular region or habitat. There are also zoologists who study diseases in animals. The field of zoology is growing, and it is becoming more and more important […]
Plastic pollution may be a relatively new term, but it’s one that’s been around for a long time. Plastic is made from petroleum products, and when that plastic is thrown away, it breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces that are so small they can’t be detected with the naked eye. This tiny plastic debris […]
Chemistry is an analytical science, and it requires analytical and critical thinking. Through it, you develop practical skills, such as evaluating data, investigating and solving problems, and evaluating your work. Students struggle a lot in the subject of chemistry, which is not surprising considering that it is a subject that deals with a lot of […]
The environment is in a constant state of change. We, humans, are impacting it in ways we may not fully appreciate, but scientists are studying these changes so that we may help preserve our planet’s natural beauty. Zoology is the scientific study of the animal kingdom, and it’s a great way to learn more about […]
During your next trip to Europe, be sure that Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden is on your must-do list. This 282-acre zoo and botanical garden are located within Berlin’s city limits. Founded by Emil Schultz, a German businessman, in 1913, Wilhelma Zoo is home to more than 5,000 animals, including more than 500 species. The […]
The term “biodiversity” has long held a lofty and romantic position in people’s minds. From the fable of Pandora, who spread evil wherever she opened her jar of forbidden fruit, to the image of an eco-warrior saving a jungle from a lumbering bulldozer, the idea of preserving and protecting the diversity of life on earth […]
