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Can You Identify These Saltwater Fish?
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The 2003 flick "Finding Nemo" and its sequel "Finding Dory," introduced a whole new generation to the wonders of the undersea world. See how many of these sea swimmers you can recognize with this quiz!
How Walruses Work
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Walruses pack the beaches of Round Island off the coast of Alaska by the thousands each year. Learn when the walruses gather and other walrus facts.
Could you dig a hole all the way to the Earth's mantle?
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Have you ever read "Journey to the Center of the Earth" and wondered if it were possible to do it? Well, scientists are in the process of giving it their best shot. How hard is it to dig a hole this deep, and what might they find?
What Is a Nor'easter?
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"Nor'easter" is one of those words that makes you think of an old mariner scanning the horizon for a pending storm. What does it really mean - and why don't we say "northeaster"?
Saltwater Crocodile: Enormous and Dangerously Patient
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The saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus, is the largest living reptile on Earth, and it rules the waters from northern Australia to Southeast Asia. These massive reptiles are often called "salties" and can grow to incredible sizes, with large male saltwater crocodiles sometimes reaching lengths of up to 7 meters (23 feet).
How Tsunamis Work
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Tsunamis are water walls that travel faster than jets. See pictures, footage and diagrams of tsunamis, look at famous tsunamis and learn how tsunamis are born.
How Deep Is the Deepest Lake in the World?
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You could stack the Eiffel Tower, the Washington Monument and the Statue of Liberty in Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the U.S. But, do you know what the deepest lake in the world is?
This Physics Quiz Is Really Hard, So We'll Be Impressed If You Get Even 10 Right
How will you REACT to this quiz? We're bringing in the big brains of physics to see if we can stump you. Do you have what it takes to pass without cheating?
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Astronomy Quiz?
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Does the solar system fill you with wonder? Are you an amateur stargazer fascinated by celestial bodies? Show off your knowledge of the universe with an out-of-this-world astronomy quiz!
All Salt Is Not the Same
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Salt is something most of us use without thinking about it. But with so many options available, how do we know what's best?