Some Very Unusual Solar System Facts
Did you know Pluto is no longer a planet, and that there is a new smaller planet called Haumea? If you didn’t you’d better read more …
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What Is the Higgs Boson Particle?
What is the Higgs boson particle? Short answer: It’s the mediator of mass in a Higgs field. What does that actually mean? Read on to find out.
Continue ReadingWhat is the Weather and Temperature of Venus? The Planet Explored
At some point, you may have asked yourself or another “what is the weather and temperature of Venus?” If so, you are not alone. Many …
Continue ReadingCauses of Abnormalities in the T-Wave on an EKG
Abnormal T-Waves on an EKG aren’t necessarily an indicator of a problem. However, they could cause your doctor to want to do further testing.
Continue ReadingInteresting Astronaut Facts & Information
Did you know astronauts can grow taller in space? Learn many interesting facts about life in space, including what astronauts eat and what a typical …
Continue ReadingWhat Are Antivenoms, Why Are They Needed, Why Are They Scarce, and What's Being Done to Ensure That They Are Available to all Snakebite Victims?
Hundreds of thousands of people either die or are severely incapacitated due to bites from poisonous snakes each year. Unfortunately, there is not …
Continue ReadingAstronomical Clocks: What Are They, How do They Work and Where Can I See One?
Tick, tock, tick, tock…what in the world is an astronomical timepiece? Find out where these clocks originated, how they work, and where they …
Continue ReadingMagnetosphere: What Planets Have Magnetic Fields and How Do They Differ?
Science fiction movies once indicated astronauts were in grave danger from the Van Allen belt. That was disproved by the discovery of earth’s …
Continue ReadingThe Achievements of the US Space Program
This article gives an account of the achievements of the US space program and major space milestones. Follow the links to find more about each of …
Continue ReadingWhat Discoveries Has the Hubble Telescope Made
The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the most popular space telescopes in service. Are you interested in finding what discoveries the Hubble telescope …
Continue ReadingAstronomical Asterisms: What Are They And How Do They Differ from Constellations?
Is the Big Dipper a constellation, an asterism, or both? The answer to this question may surprise you. Let’s explore the fascinating world of …
Continue ReadingStudy of Telomere Length and Canis Familiaris
Discover telomere length and canis familiaris facts. Telemore legnth is closely associated with the age of the individuals. The enzyme complex dogTERT …
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