Most people know Greece as the birthplace of Western Civilization and democracy; however, few know of other interesting facts about Greece that most don’t know about. One of the most striking facts about Greece is that 80 percent of it consists of mountains. One such mountain range, the Pindus Range, contains one of the deepest…
Ants are fascinating insects with an intriguing history dating back over 130 million years! Fossil records demonstrate this fact. Ants are one of the most social insects on Earth and boast one of the lowest death rates compared to any other insect species. Writing successfully involves striking the balance between showing and telling. Characters should…
Spacecraft are any piloted or unpiloted vehicles designed to travel through outer space, from satellites and probes, to crewed spacecraft equipped with pressurized environments and systems designed to protect astronauts. An explosion in space differs significantly from one on Earth, sending shrapnel flying fast at high speed that poses an immediate threat to spacecraft and…
Know about some amazing facts about our planet’s ocean? They include its climate-regulating abilities, being home to 90% of world biodiversity, and representing 80% of global trade! Just some of the many amazing ocean facts you should keep in mind! What is the name of that whale with teeth that have an unpronounceable name? It’s…
Australia is home to unique animals, cutting-edge inventions and intriguing facts aplenty; from Dingo Fences and pink lakes – so much can be learned about this vast land down under! Do you know that Australia’s Alps receive more snowfall than Swiss mountains, or that Melbourne was the capital city from 1901-1927? 1. It has more…
Spacecraft are vehicles designed for space travel that may or may not require pilotage, with each maneuver using limited fuel to speed towards its destination. NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity arrived on Mars in 2012 to search for evidence of past life. Equipped with its Mastcam-Z camera, Curiosity captures stunning panoramic and stereooscopic photos of Mars….
Orion is the spacecraft designed to transport astronauts between Earth, the International Space Station, lunar orbit and Mars. It was specifically developed with safety, durability and affordability in mind. Orion will launch on top of a Space Launch System rocket and feature an escape tower to protect astronauts during reentry. When Orion returns to Earth,…
There are so many incredible animal facts that will blow your mind. For instance, did you know a narwhal’s “horn” or “tusk” is actually made up of one long tooth?!? Animals are fascinating creatures: for instance, Mexican walking fish have the power to regrow their limbs while cat fleas can jump distances up to 60…
We all know the human body is fascinating, but did you know there are also some weird and disgusting aspects? In this article, we’ll reveal some amazing yet bizarre facts about it that will blow your mind. Introductions set the scene for any piece and play an essential part in building rapport with audiences. 1….
