Friday, October 30, 2009
Strange Animals Found In Maryland
A mysterious Maryland animal dubbed the "hyote" was found to be a mangy fox. In 2004, a mysterious animal was captured on video in...
What Degree Do You Need For Environmental Science Jobs
Environmental science combines several disciplines of study. Environmental science is the study of the world around us, the organisms in it ...
Indoor Air Pollution Activities For Teachers
Keeping vents clean and in good repair is one activity teachers can do. It is difficult to teach a student who is suffering from allergies o...
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Facts On Jewel Cave
Flashlights are required equipment when touring some passageways. South Dakota's Jewel Cave enjoys the distinction of being the world&#...
Use Isotopes To Determine The Age Of Geologic Samples
Different isotopes can be used to determine the age of geologic substances such as this rock. Radioactive decay was first discovered in ura...
Help With Map Reading
A map can be an invaluable tool if you know read it. Maps are two-dimensional representations of geography, each with a specific purpose. Fo...
Facts About Weathering
Mt Everest Have you ever wondered what makes the low, rounded mountains of the American Northeast different from the tall, rugged Himalayas?...
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Types Of Volcanoes And Their Characteristics
Mt. Fuji in Japan is a composite volcano, also known as a stratovolcano. Originating miles beneath the Earth's surface, volcanoes are po...
Why Is Flood Insurance Not A Part Of Homeowner'S Insurance
Floods can devastate entire communities or regions. Many homeowners believe that the homeowner's insurance policy they purchase provides...
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
How The Rock Cycle Begins
All rock is one of three types: sedimentary, igneous or metamorphic. Everyone can see changes in the environment, but the timeline for these...
Facts About The Red Rocks Of Sedona
The Red Rocks of Sedona are located in Central Arizona within newly developed Red Rock State Park. Walkways and trails wind around impressiv...
Monday, October 26, 2009
Hike To The Top Of Pyramid Peak In California
A view from the Sierra Nevada mountains The Pyramid Peak trailhead is located 85 miles east of Sacramento, California, and 21 miles west o...
What Is Ice Mechanical Weathering
Ice is an important agent of weathering. Weathering is the natural process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces. This is an i...
Mountains Of West Africa
Many of West Africa 's highest mountains are active volcanoes . West Africa is more famous for its steamy tropical forests and political...
Friday, October 23, 2009
Careers Related To Physical Science
Physical science is the study of the physical world, which includes sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, engineering, oc...
What Is Contained In Topsoil
Top soil contains minerals and nutrients. Topsoil is the exterior most layer of soil. It provides an environment rich in nutrients, mineral...
Uses Of Sphalerite
Sphalerite is a zinc sulfide mineral. It is the primary ore of zinc and is commonly mined for its content of cadmium, indium, germanium or g...
Thursday, October 22, 2009
What Are Land Features In California
California's landscape includes everything from low desert to coastal lagoons. California, known as the Golden State, is located on the ...
Make Preschool Science Activities
Use scientific experimentation to nurture young children's natural curiosity. Using science experiments with preschoolers is a way to en...
Sierra Nevada Mountain Facts For Kids
The Sierra Nevada Mountains are considered a "young" mountain range. The Sierra Nevada mountains are a range of mountains that ext...
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Hunt For Gems In Georgia
You can find precious and semi-precious stones all over Georgia. According to Gold n Gem Grubbin, a business in Cleveland, Georgia, that all...
Visit Goblin Valley State Park
Goblin Valley is named for the mushroom-shaped "hoodoos" dotting the 3,654 acre landscape. This state park, located in southern Ut...
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Education Requirements For A Planetary Geologist Career
Venus, one of the planets that planetary geologists study. Planetary geologists, sometimes called astrogeologists or exogeologists, study t...
Facts About Japan
The country of Japan has has the second largest economy in the world. Japan has a population of nearly 127 million people, most of which liv...
Find Federal Lands That Are Open To Gold Mining Claims
Finding federal land open for gold mining claims involves contact with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The federal government owns thous...
Monday, October 19, 2009
Facts About Canyons
Canyons are formed over time by erosion. Canyons are found throughout the world and many are popular sites for hiking, rafting, camping or s...
Factors That Influence Ecosystems
Factors That Influence Ecosystems An ecosystem consists of the living organisms and non-living processes within a given area. The living com...
Information On Using Pond Water For Plants
You can use pond water for your plants. As more and more homeowners decorate their yards and gardens with ponds, they are becoming increasin...
Friday, October 16, 2009
Make A Cheat Sheet
Making a cheat sheet depends upon fitting relevant information into the space allowed. Creating a cheat sheet for a test is a variation on...
List Of The Minerals Found In The State Of Washington
Gold mineral is just one of hundreds of minerals found in Washington State. Minerals are abundant in Washington State. More than 550 mineral...
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