When sunlight hits the atmosphere it scatters. Blue wavelengths tend to disperse more quickly than any other colour; that’s why the sky looks bluer. At sunrise and sunset, when the Sun is low near the horizon, its light must travel further through the atmosphere before it can reach you. As such, shorter wavelengths such as…
Most people tend to assume Venus is closest, according to recent research; however, according to an alternative viewpoint Mercury could actually be closer. Live Science reports that most people use an inaccurate method for calculating distance between planets. Averages taken into account, while their distance can change rapidly as planets orbit each other – giving…
Customers can customize every element of the trailer they order up to $270,000 and even visit a showroom in Concordia, Missouri to make selections and choose layouts and finishes of their choice. Spacecraft RVs attract a diverse clientele, including carnival and circus workers, full-time RVers and retirees. Additionally, these units enjoy great popularity among movie…
Born in 1930, Collins served in the Air Force and flew 78 combat missions during the Korean War. Initially applying twice to become an astronaut but ultimately selected in 1963. Gemini 10, his maiden voyage as command pilot for NASA’s manned space program, marked an important step forward for humanity’s exploration of space. On this…
An ideal planet for hosting life must meet certain conditions; specifically, its star’s habitable zone must allow life to thrive there. It should have a surface where liquid water can gather, as well as an atmosphere which protects its inhabitants from harmful solar radiation. Are there planets similar to our Earth in the universe? Size…
Hermes was not only one of the main gods of mythology; his stories also showcased his sense of humor. These tales also highlighted his ability to trick mortals. He was famous for both being a herald and as a pschopompos (one who leads souls into Hades), creating the lyre. Additionally, he fathered numerous mortal and…
NASA turned to Case when none of their military knives met its specifications for its Apollo program, so as part of an ambitious effort, they commissioned them to develop one that did. As part of that endeavor came the Astronaut Knife M-1 with its machete-style blade featuring sharp cutting edges paired with saw teeth for…
Like Earth, Mars rotates and completes one day every 24 hours; however, their solar day, known as sol is 39 minutes longer. Astronomers typically refer to Mars days in terms of solar days. This can lead to confusion when planning space missions. Seasons Mars may often be considered Earth’s twin, yet its features remain distinct….
Animal kingdom is an expansive field that includes both vertebrate animals with backbones, such as fish, amphibians, reptiles and birds; as well as invertebrates without backbones such as invertebrates such as coral. This article will explore vertebrate organisms including fish, amphibians, reptiles and birds as well as mammals. Animals can be defined as any living…
