Radio waves are light waves because they’re made up of photons, little particles of energy that vibrate along the electric and magnetic fields. If our eyes could perceive radio waves, looking up at the night sky would reveal a world of colors that are otherwise invisible to us, and communications towers would emit rainbow-colored waves into the atmosphere. That […]
Continue readingAs one of North America’s most pervasive carnivores, coyotes are known for being cautious, dauntless, and evasive. They can devour almost anything, including fish, rabbits, frogs, deer, and more. In the US, coyote populations are hitting an all-time high. This increase leads to a lower deer population and also dangerous diseases. Hunting coyotes may be […]
Continue readingWhen you’re heading out for your next camping trip, you need to bring a lantern to help you see what you’re doing at night. But there are tons of lantern options out there, and the last thing that you want is to get out there only to find that you’re flying through batteries or the […]
Continue readingStarlings belong to the Sturnidae family. These birds are native to Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and tropical Pacific islands, but they can be found all over the globe. Many European and Asian varieties have been brought to North America, New Zealand, and Hawaii. In fact, Starlings are generally known as invasive species in many of […]
Continue readingA transmission electron microscope is a type of microscope that uses electron particle beams to generate a highly magnified image for viewing specimens.1 It can magnify objects up to 2 million times, allowing images of ultrathin specimens like tissue sections and molecules. The image is then magnified and focused onto an imaging device, such as […]
Continue readingMost people are familiar with deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) from illustrations and animations—a swirly strand of colorful fibers in reds, blues, and yellows. This rainbow, we are told, holds key genetic information and instructions for protein synthesis. DNA under a microscope isn’t nearly as artistic. In fact, we can’t get the detail we imagine with DNA […]
Continue readingIt’s easy to take yeast for granted. After all, it’s a ubiquitous part of our world. It gives us bread, baked goods, wine, and beer. It’s also vital in the environment in its ecology and as a potential means for removing pollutants through remediation. Humans have used yeast for thousands of years, with evidence suggesting […]
Continue readingThe Cactus Wren is a striking bird with a unique sound. Despite their bold personalities, these birds have a romantic side and sometimes mate for life. Even if they don’t mate for life, they are almost always seen in pairs. If you are interested in spotting the Cactus Wren, you have to be in the […]
Continue readingWhen people hear “black bird,” many automatically assume something like a raven or a crow. While these are definitely black birds, the name doesn’t necessarily mean they have to be jet black. Some of these birds have the most incredible undertones and colors within the black. You may associate Australia with things that can hurt […]
Continue readingTennessee is home to many different black birds. This is to be expected since Tennessee is basically a giant forest. With so many trees and habitats to live in, there are many different species that can thrive. However, this can make identifying black birds challenging. After all, there are simply a lot of possibilities to […]
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