How Big Is a Satellite? The Surprising Answer!
It’s no news that very few people have been fortunate enough to travel to space. And those of us who haven’t, we’ve often found ourselves wondering what it’s like to see our blue marble from up there. How big does it look in comparison to other planets? And more importantly, what are all those bodies […]
Continue readingHow to Tell If a Robin Egg Is Alive: 4 Simple Ways
It’s not very uncommon to find an abandoned bird egg, especially in the spring when most birds hatch. Sometimes mother birds abandon their nests because they don’t feel safe, or sometimes a storm will destroy their home and scatter the eggs. Whatever the reason, if you have found a robin’s egg, you’re probably wondering what […]
Continue readingWhat Is a Compound Microscope & What Is It Used For?
If you’re looking to make small objects look big, you need a microscope. But there are so many microscopes out there to pick from, and when you start looking into all the different types, it can get overwhelming. One type that you’re bound to come across is the compound microscope. But what exactly is a […]
Continue readingCanyon Wren: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
Birdwatching is a challenging hobby that’s equally fun and informative. If you’re new to birdwatching, start with common backyard sightings like the Canyon Wren. Part of the wren family, the Canyon Wren is one of the most commonly occurring songbirds in the US. Although their appearance is plain, these birds are smart and protective of […]
Continue readingWhere Do House Wrens Nest? What Are the House Wren’s Nesting Habits?
If you’re keen on bird watching, you’ve probably spotted the House Wren once or twice, as it’s the most abundant of the Wren species. As a result, attracting them to your backyard is as easy as it gets. Since these birds are tolerant of humans, it’s not hard to observe their habitat or nesting habits. […]
Continue readingSpotless Starling: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
A close relative to the Common Starling, the Spotless Starling is found in countries throughout Europe and North Africa. It is distinguishable from the Common Starling because it mostly lacks the spots on its plumage and has a more uniform color, although pale spots may occur in winter. Although the Spotless Starling does have its […]
Continue readingBali Myna (Bali Starling): Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
The Bali Myna is a beautiful and mysterious bird native to Bali, Indonesia, where it is the island’s only endemic vertebrate species. With a coat of white feathers covering most of its body and striking blue rings around its eyes, the bird is featured in several of Bali’s art collections. Its rarity and endemic status, […]
Continue readingWhat Is an Electron Microscope? What Is Electron Microscopy?
Scientific equipment has evolved quite rapidly over the past century, and electron microscopes are surely part of this sentiment. But have you ever wondered what an electron microscope is? Have you ever wondered what they’re used for? Electron microscopy, of course! But what is electron microscopy anyway? In short, electron microscopes use electron particles instead […]
Continue readingHow Does a Doorbell Camera Work? The Interesting Answer!
Do you spend most of your day out and often miss deliveries? If so, a doorbell camera can be the best solution to your problem. There is a reason why more than 20 million households in the US now use doorbell cameras, a number that is still growing fast.1 Smarter and more effective than traditional […]
Continue readingHow Many Stars Are in the Universe? The Interesting Answer
Experts estimate that there are around 200 billion trillion or 200 sextillion stars in our universe.1 However, this number is just an estimation, and there is a lot of debate surrounding the term universe and how many stars are present in it. To fully understand the debate about how many stars are in our universe, […]
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