Is the Moon a Star? The Interesting Answer!
No, the moon is not a star. But we can see how you’d think it’s a star, considering stars are celestial bodies just like the moon. What makes the moon different from a star is its inability to produce its own light. We’re almost certain that you’ve heard stars are astronomical bodies mostly made up […]
Continue readingWhat Is a Diffuser? Photography Basics Explained
Have you ever taken a photo with flash, only to realize that it lit up all the wrong areas? It doesn’t seem to matter how much you tweak it; the flash is simply too harsh to get the photo that you want. But if you turn the flash off, it’s too dim and you’re still […]
Continue reading7 Best Drones for Kids in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks
Drones aren’t limited to adults. Kids can have tons of fun with drones, and you can buy high-tech varieties for low prices that are perfect for kids to fly—or even crash. Though still considered toys, adults can have some fun with them, too. We’ve compiled a range of different drones for kids, including drones for […]
Continue readingHow Fast Do Satellites Travel? The Interesting Answer!
To stay in orbit around the Earth, satellites need to travel at an exact speed. Too fast and they’ll fly out of Earth’s orbit; too slow and they’ll come crashing down because of gravity. But since satellites travel at different altitudes, this means they also move at different speeds. Moreover, since speed is relative, calculating […]
Continue readingWhat is Chimping? Photography Basics Explained
You may know the basic exposure triangle terms for photography, such as ISO, aperture, and shutter speed, or you may have come across more advanced terms such as coma aberration or cross-polarization. However, you may not know the origin of a term called “chimping” which isn’t a standard word we hear every day. Below, we’ll […]
Continue reading17 Types of Black Birds in Arkansas (With Pictures)
As The Natural State, Arkansas offers a wide variety of plants and wildlife. One of the things you may commonly spot throughout the state is birds that are black. Deceivingly, not all of these are blackbirds. “Blackbird” doesn’t refer to a specific species or family of birds, necessarily, so there are quite a few birds […]
Continue readingHow Do Satellites Stay In Orbit? The Surprising Answer
If you’ve ever observed satellites in the sky, you probably wondered how they maintain orbit without crashing down. The truth is, that many people wonder the same thing, so we want to provide some insight into how satellites stay in orbit. Keep reading to learn more about satellites, why don’t they fall out of the […]
Continue readingSLR vs. DSLR: What’s the Difference? (With Pictures)
If you’re new in the photography world, you probably find it hard to differentiate between SLR (single-lens reflex camera) and DSLR (digital single-lens reflex camera). While many photographers nowadays choose the DSLR, some still prefer SLR for their shoots. Both types of cameras are excellent for recreational and professional photography, but they differ in a […]
Continue readingCan You See Satellites At Night? How Do You Spot Them?
There are thousands of satellites orbiting the Earth, each of which has a different function. Many people interested in astronomy and space wonder if they can see satellites at night and, if so, how to spot them. Satellites are visible during the night, but to see them, you need to know how they look and […]
Continue readingChickadee Lifespan – How Long Do They Live?
There are seven species of chickadee native to the U.S., including the rare Gray-Headed Chickadee with only a few sightings a year, and the Black-Capped Chickadee, which is found throughout most of the country and regularly sighted in gardens and yards. The birds are popular at feeders, and some people have successfully managed to feed […]
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