What is Natural Selection?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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The more popular an idea is, the more it can get muddled up. Natural selection is one such concept that is often misused and misattributed. It comes from the theory of evolution put forward by Darwin, which...

Which Ancient Civilization Was the Most Advanced?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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We have achieved so much in very recent years and have made many incredible leaps forward. We’re at an amazing time in human history, but it’s important to remember that we are by no means the first ones to...

What Happens When Polar Ice Caps Melt?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Fears surrounding climate change are growing, and for good reason. Small changes in the concentration of greenhouse gases can trigger an avalanche of events that will change life on Earth as we know it. One...

What is Sustainable Fashion?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Back in the day, clothes consisted of whatever could be pieced together in nature. Now, we have fashion that ranges from simple everyday wear to extravagant couture that could only be worn on a runway. No...

How to Use Less Plastic

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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The convenience of plastic has led to its widespread, and sometimes excessive, use. Grocery shopping often makes this blatantly apparent, when you’re left with more plastic to toss than food you bought. It’s...

Are Electric Cars More Environmentally Friendly?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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There’s a lot that we can do to make our lives a little more environmentally friendly. Recycling, using less water, buying fewer single use plastics...the list goes on. But if you want to make a big impact...

What Are Genetically Modified Organisms?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Genetic modification. Two simple words, but the controversy is palpable. Humans have been playing with genetics ever since we began domesticating wolves and planting our own crops. The modifications we do...

What's the Difference Between Potential and Kinetic Energy?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Energy is the driving force behind so much in the universe. Without energy, chemical reactions couldn’t take place, including those that keep you alive. Energy is also an important aspect of our daily lives...

What Causes a Chemical Reaction?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Chemical reactions take place all the time. Iron rusting is a chemical reaction. Burning wood is a chemical reaction. There are even a whole bunch going on in your body right now! The universe runs on...

What Plant is the Most Toxic?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Nature comes up with a whole host of ways to kill. Predators grow scary teeth and claws, and prey develop effective defense mechanisms. Plants are no exception and are just as capable of killing you as a...

Five of the Weirdest Extinct Animals

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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There are some wacky critters on the planet. Plunge into the deep seas and you’ll find terrifying-looking fish, explore the jungle and you’ll encounter strange insects. Every part of the world holds an animal...

How Do Plant Species Go Extinct?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Extinctions tend to happen every few million or so years. These extinctions don’t just happen to animals, but plants as well. It shouldn’t be surprising, given that plants are living organisms that adapt to...

What Causes Lightning?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Dangerous and beautiful are two words that come to mind when thinking about lightning. Imagine what you might have thought if you were an early human experiencing a lightning storm for the first time. You...

Why Were Plants Bigger in Prehistoric Times?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Artist renditions of dinosaurs in their natural habitat often feature enormous, exotic-looking plants. They certainly fit with the scale of the dinosaurs, which were colossal in a way we have a hard time...

Are Birds Really Dinosaurs?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Some people love birds, viewing them as majestic creatures and even bringing them into their homes as pets. Others are terrified of the beasts and would rather swim through shark infested waters than go near...

How Does Pollination Work?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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We’re all aware of the importance of bees. They’re our pollinators, and they keep our world full of colorful flowers and help humans increase crop yield. Many other insects are pollinators too, forming a...

How Do Cuts Heal?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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When was the last time you had a minor cut? Did you cover it up with a band aid then look at it a day or so later, amazed at how quickly it healed up? Your body is very good at making sure that a small wound...

How to Get Rid of Scars

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Everyone has scars (the physical kind). Childhood accidents, small cuts, minor surgery - no matter the cause, chances are you have a scar you want to get rid of. It’s not always certain how to do that...

How Does the Flu Shot Work?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Ah, flu season. The coughing. The sneezing. The out of stock tissues and fever medication. And of course, the fear. Many of us don’t think about how serious something as “simple” as a flu can get, and yet it...

How Are Pharmaceutical Drugs Made?

SaraRayne May 31, 2020

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Pick an ailment, and there’s probably a pharmaceutical drug out there to cure it or at least relieve the symptoms. It’s kind of like the medical world’s “There’s an app for that.” We appreciate what these...