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Green Science Pictures
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This green science image gallery shows eco-friendly applications as they apply to scientific disciplines. Take a look at these green science pictures.
Project Blue Beam: A Conspiracy Theory Straight out of 'Star Trek'
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Conspiracy theories: love them or hate them, they aren't going anywhere soon. For a conspiracy theory to have real staying power, it needs both a compelling narrative, and an audience who is either unable or unwilling to practice healthy skepticism.
Some Space Junk Fell Through Your Roof. Who'll Pay to Fix That?
Space isn't so far away, and falling junk can cause personal and property damage. What to do? The risk and remedies aren't completely clear.
What's the Difference Between a Windmill and a Wind Turbine?
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Windmills and wind turbines work on the same core principle to convert wind into energy, but one creates mechanical energy while the other creates electricity. Here's how they work.
Researchers Find First (Potential) Planet Outside the Milky Way
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Using the Chandra X-ray Observatory, a team of scientists discovered what could very well be the first exoplanet outside the Milky Way. It's massive and might even orbit a black hole.
Nyx: Goddess of the Night and Daughter of Chaos
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She's been described as a chariot-riding queen of night and the mother of death, deceit and dreams. Who was this mist-shrouded figure that even the gods feared?
White to Green Perennial Flowers
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White to green perennial flowers blend in naturally with foliage, and provide an airy look. Learn which of these hardy blossoms is right for you.
The Oz Factor
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The Oz Factor is a sensation that UFO witnesses experience. Learn where the term "Oz Factor" came from, and what the experience is like.
The Russian Blue Cat Is Simply Iconic
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Ever heard someone mention a blue cat and wondered what on Earth they meant? Spoiler: It's not actually blue like the sky. In the cat world, "blue" refers to a soft, bluish gray coat that looks almost silvery. Some of the most cherished cat breeds flaunt this unique hue — and it’s more than just fur-deep.
88 Constellation Names (and 24 You Can Only See From the Northern Hemisphere)
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The night sky has been mapped and studied for thousands of years, with constellations serving as guides for navigation, storytelling and scientific observation. The International Astronomical Union officially recognizes 88 modern constellations, each occupying a specific section of the celestial sphere. Some date back to ancient Greek constellations, while other constellation names were introduced in the modern era.