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How Do Mountains Form?
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If geology has taught us anything about Earth's history, it's that nothing is permanent. And that goes for mountain ranges, all of which are constantly rising and falling.
Caspian Sea: The World's Largest Lake (Yes, You Read That Right)
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One of Earth's most interesting natural features, the Caspian Sea is the largest inland body of water on the planet, defying conventional classifications to be both a sea and a lake.
How the Ice Age Worked
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An ice age is a period of cooling, marked by the presence of glaciers and ice sheets. Learn how an ice age works and if we're in an ice age right now.
Can You Guess if These Landmarks and Places Are on Mars or Earth?
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The Earth and the planet Mars are celestial siblings but hardly twins. Each has unique features and landmarks, but despite their significant differences, the two worlds share a lot of qualities. Do you know your Martian landmarks from your Earthly ones?
7 Hot Facts About the Pacific Ring of Fire
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The Pacific's Ring of Fire is a 25,000 mile long "ring" that's home to 75 percent of all the world's volcanic activity and 90 percent of the planet's earthquakes. So what makes this area so active?
What Exactly Is the Eye of the Sahara, aka the Richat Structure?
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In the western Sahara Desert lies a natural wonder that has intrigued scientists and adventurers for centuries. Known as the Richat Structure — or, more commonly, the Eye of the Sahara — this massive geological formation resembles a giant eye.
Was there a real Atlantis?
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Was there a real Atlantis? Read about the search for the lost city of Atlantis and why it has obsessed scientists and historians for centuries.
How Fire Tornadoes Work
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Inject heat, ash and fire into a spinning mass of air. Watch as a funnel of flames leaps from the ground, reaches for the heavens and then races forward to consume everything in its path. Is such a phenomenon possible?