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How Naming the Continents Works
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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.
Could Humans Force a Volcanic Eruption?
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It's every evil mad scientist's dream. Could it ever be a reality?
How the Ancient Land Blob Gondwana Became Today's Continents
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Gondwana was a humongous landmass that persisted for 300 million years before it began to break up, forming all the continents in the modern Southern Hemisphere.
The Ring of Fire Is the Pacific's Volcanic Hotspot
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Explore the Pacific Ring of Fire, a 24,900-mile zone with 75% of Earth's volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes, shaped by dynamic tectonic activity.
How Uranium Mining Works
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Thanks to our voracious appetite for energy, the element long linked with nuclear weapons is taking on a new role. Where does the hunt begin for uranium?
Mimetoliths: The Faces We See in Rock Formations
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Erosion and weather can combine to make rock formations look like all kinds of things, from human faces to animals. They're called mimetoliths and we've taken a look at four of the most famous.
Why Did the T. Rex Have Such Puny Arms?
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Tyrannosaurus rex was a giant predator that roamed the earth, so why did it have such tiny arms?
What Are Geodes and Where Can You Find Them?
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Imagine walking through a dusty, arid landscape when you stumble upon a seemingly ordinary rock. Its rough exterior might not catch the eye, but what lies within surely will. Geodes are one of nature's most spectacular treasures, offering a glimpse into the geological processes that shape our Earth.
Rising Rock: Earth's Crust Has Its Own Tides, Too
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The oceans on planet Earth cycle through daily tidal changes. But the ground beneath our feet experiences tides of its own, too.
When Will We Run Out of Oil, and What Happens Then?
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If we run out of oil, what are the next steps we can take for energy production? Find out what would happen if we run out of oil.