What is the largest meteorite fell on Earth? In 1920, a farmer was turning over the soil in the field in Namibia, southwestern Africa, when his plow hit an obstacle. When it was dug up, the large mass of metal … Continue reading
Weather is what it’s like outside from day to day. Climate is weather over a long period of time. Check out both climate and weather facts on these pages. Where is the Driest Place on Earth? Arica, a city in … Continue reading
What is the hottest planet in our solar system? A good guess might be Mercury, since it is the closest to the sun. But the correct answer is the next closest, Venus. Known as Earth’s twin, Venus is similar to … Continue reading
What is the only planet in our solar system that rotates on its side? All the planets are tilted, but none compare to Uranus. The seventh planet from the sun has a 98-degree tilt to its axis so it rotates … Continue reading
What are some weather myths? People once thought the Sun was a god. The sun god was often considered to be the most important god of all, because he brought light and warmth and ripened crops. The ancient Egyptians built … Continue reading
What are the Northern Lights? The areas around the Artic Circle and the North Pole are the best viewing spots for one of nature’s most spectacular light shows, the aurora borealis (ah-roar-uh bore-ee-al-is) or Northern Lights. Dazzling lights flicker and … Continue reading
What is a blue moon? A blue moon isn’t blue at all. It’s the name given to the second full moon in a calendar month. Two moons in one month don’t happen all that often. Most years have 12 full … Continue reading
Inventions change the way we live. It’s hard to imagine our world without earmuffs or ice-cream cone. In some articles, you’ll discover the amazing stories behind these inventions—and more! What is a Rube Goldberg Machine? Rube Goldberg machines—or contraptions—are designed … Continue reading