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Venus: Earth's Blazing-hot and Bizarre Twin
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The atmosphere is crushing on Venus, and it's so hot lead would melt. But the planet still has a lot in common with Earth. We'll explain.
The Marine Iguana Is The World's Only Seafaring Lizard
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The marine iguana is found only in the Galápagos Islands. From their sleek swimming skills underwater to their clumsy movements on land, they're perfectly adapted to their marine environment.
Do Large Undiscovered Species Still Exist?
What are the chances there are still large, undiscovered animals on the planet? More likely than you might think.
What Is a Flood and Why Is the Surge of Water So Dangerous?
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Flooding has claimed more lives than any other natural disaster. Find out how a gentle stream becomes a raging torrent.
How the Environment Has Changed Since the First Earth Day 51 Years Ago
It's been 51 years since the first Earth Day, and while progress has been made in some areas, humanity still has had a major impact on the planet.
10 Worst Nor'easters of All Time
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What makes a nor'easter different from your run-of-the-mill winter storm? And which ones have done the most damage?
Top 5 Green Robots
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There's nothing particularly organic about a robot, even if you dress it in hemp and fuel it with alternative energy. But these five can help our planet one mechanical movement at a time.
How Many Continents Are There? Depends Whom You Ask
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It may surprise you to know that experts around the world disagree on how many continents are out there. Here's why.
What Is Humidity and How Does Humidity Affect Temperature?
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When discussing the weather, humidity is a constant topic of conversation and consternation, especially during those muggy summer months. When people say, "At least it's a dry heat," that's just another way of saying, "Phew! At least it's not humid!"
Hawaii Proposes Ban on Certain Sunscreens to Save Coral Reefs
Scientists have found that chemicals in some sunscreens can cause coral bleaching, prompting the Hawaii state legislature to propose an exhaustive ban on them.