Protoplanet Vs. Dwarf Planet - What's The Difference?
Our Solar System is home to many unique planetary bodies, including protoplanets and dwarf planets. Here are the unique traits that differentiate the two.
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NASA's AI Doctor May Be The Key To Surviving A Mars Mission
On a months-long Mars mission, medical risks are magnified. Can artificial intelligence could provide the lifeline astronauts will need? We explain all.
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If Gravity Suddenly Vanished, Here's What Would Happen First
Ten events that would unfold if gravity suddenly vanished, beginning with the effects on our bodies and ending with the unraveling of the universe itself.
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How Many Mass Extinctions Have There Been On Earth?
Earth's history is marked by violent mass extinctions that have shaped life on the planet. Here's how many of these events have occurred and their impact.
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Is There Actually A Ninth Planet In Our Solar System? Here's What We Know
The solar system lost its ninth planet back when Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet, but research might indicate that there is a distant Planet Nine out there.
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This Asteroid Holds Material Older Than The Sun Itself
Our solar system is filled with rocky debris tumbling around the sun, most of which is the same age, but sometimes you find something much older.
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Why Is The Sky Blue?
The blue sky above the Earth is so integral to the human experience we don't often question it, but there is a scientific explanation as to why the sky is blue.
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Are Our Seasons Really Getting Out Of Sync?
The seasons don't operate like clockwork, they are subject to the vagaries of elevation and weather patterns, and they don't always line up.
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What Is A Blood Moon? Here's What Causes This Lunar Anomaly
Every couple of years, the moon slowly goes dark before taking on a bloody pallor colloquially known as a blood moon, but what causes it to turn red?
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Starlink Vs. Viasat: Is There A Starlink Alternative Worth Using?
SpaceX's Starlink has been making waves with its satellite internet service, but its competitor Viasat may be a better option for your needs.
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When A Submarine Implodes, What Actually Happens?
As humans move to explore the depths of the ocean, there are more devastating stories of submarines imploding, but what actually happens in that process?
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What Does The Inside Of A Dying Star Look Like? Here's What Scientists Say
Have you ever wondered what a star looks like before it goes supernova? Scientists are making new discoveries about how exactly this happens. Here's more.
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5 Of The Largest Earthquakes Ever Recorded
Discover some of the deadliest earthquakes on Earth that reshaped the world, caused tsunamis, and left lasting impacts on millions of lives.
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The Colorful Bioengineered Succulents That Actually Glow In The Dark
Chinese researchers are bioengineering succulents so that they glow in the dark, creating otherworldly-looking plants. Here's how they do it.
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Here's What Happens If You Put A 100W LED Bulb Into A 60W Socket
You may have noticed that the wattage label on your LED bulb has a higher number than your socket rating, but make sure to look closely at what it says.
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Digitally Mapping Mars Has Never Been Easier With This Rendering Technique
Navigating rovers on Mars is exceptionally difficult because GPS isn't a possibility, but this new technique will make it significantly easier.
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A New Study Shows That Venus May Have Been Struck By Objects The Size Of Mars
Despite seeming like Earth's twin, Venus is a strange and mysterious place. Scientists haven't known what made it so odd, but that might have just changed.
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Scientists Say Catastrophic Wildfires Are The New Norm For Canada. Here's Why
Wildfires intensify across Canada as shifting climate patterns drive rising concerns over long-term damage and future impacts -- with no solution in sight.
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This Light Bulb Has Been On For Over A Century – Here's How It Works
The centennial light bulb has been running for over hundred years now, continuing to amaze everyone with its engineering. Here's how it's still glowing.
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10 Unexpected Energy Sources You Didn't Know Could Be Used As Fuel
Scientists are experimenting with everything from using moisture to break down plastic into usable recycled material, to turning seawater into hydrogen.
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Scientists Discovered A New Mineral On Mars, Here's What That Means
Scientists have long been fascinated by Mars, studying the rocks and minerals on its surface, and they might have learned something new about its past.
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This Distant Black Hole Looks Like The Eye Of Sauron From Lord Of The Rings
It's not every day the sci-fi and fantasy genres meet, nor does real scientific research often resemble fantasy fiction, but that's exactly the case here.
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9 Lightning Myths You Need To Stop Believing (And What's Actually True)
Lightning is one of nature's fiercest forces, so let's break down the most common lightning myths and explain science-backed truths that could save your life.
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The Scientific Reason Microwaving Metal Is A Problem
Have you ever thought of what happens when you microwave metal? If you're planning to try it at home, here's the scientific reason why you shouldn't.
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What Would Happen If We Got Rid Of Daylight Savings Time?
Many people complain about Daylight Savings Time when they lose an hour of sleep, but what would actually happen if we eliminated DST?
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NASA Is Exploring Alternative Ways To Retrieve Samples From Mars - Here's What We Know
Getting rovers to Mars was one of NASA's crowning achievements, but now the space agency is looking for different ways to get samples back to Earth.
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Rogue Waves Might Not Be As Mysterious As We Thought, New Study Shows
Rogue waves, which can rise dozens of feet in the air, have long been a mysterious phenomenon, but a new study might have solved the mystery.
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