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How the Living Earth Simulator Will Work
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You may have noticed that our planet isn't terribly predictable. Could a German polymath and an unfathomable pile of data change that?
When will life on Earth end?
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Imagine a time in Earth's far-flung past when organisms didn't swim through the oceans or populate the lands. Even the mighty dinosaurs hadn't arisen. Will the planet ever return to that lifeless state?
How could a hotel orbit the Earth?
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A space hotel is currently under development by a European firm called Galactic Suite Limited. Learn about the development of the world's first space hotel.
GLOBE Wants You as a Citizen Scientist
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Citizen science allows virtually anyone to collect and analyze date about the Earth. GLOBE wants you to become its citizen scientist.
How Old Is Earth and How Did Scientists Figure It Out?
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In 1953, CalTech geochemist Clair Patterson came up with an estimate for Earth's age that still holds today.
How many insects are there on Earth?
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Are you wondering how many insect are there on earth? Check out this article and learn how many insects there are on earth.
Has Earth reached its carrying capacity?
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Carrying capacity is the idea that sustainability requires balance. Learn about carrying capacity and human population.
Will Earth Last Forever?
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Nothing lasts forever. Does that include our home planet, too?
'Everyone Says It So It Must Be True': The Pseudoscience Quiz
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We have an astonishing capacity to accept scientific-sounding concepts if we hear them repeatedly. Test your ability to differentiate between real science and fictitious “common knowledge."
The University Science Specialties Quiz
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It's common knowledge that studying science can help you find career success, but how do you choose which field to major in? Take our quiz to see how much you know about scientific specialties and how they impact your career, future and paycheck!