By: Jose Juan Gutierrez
Oceanography is a broad field of research that includes fields of study such as physics, chemistry, biology and geology. Oceanographers utilize their branch of specialization to study the oceans of the world, their biological diversity, chemical composition, structure and formation, among others. Many scientists studying...
Types of oceanographers
By: Menaka Ratnayake
Oceanography can be described as an interdisciplinary science, and it emerged as an established academic field only during the last few decades. The discipline entails the study of physical and chemical properties of ocean water and the ocean surface, the wave patterns, biological processes, species...
By: Rex Trulove
When people study forests, even in an amateur way, a term that they are likely to encounter is "Montane forest'. If a person doesn't know what this is in reference to, the term can cause a bit of confusion. The confusion isn't necessary, because it...
By: Bonnie-Jean Rohner
In the United States, the jet stream is a wobbly line across the states which is blamed for just about every weather problem that arises. But more than a wind stream, it is called “jet” because of how fast its winds are. Actually, there...
By: Retha Boswell
The Great Rift Valley of eastern Africa is known as one of the geological wonders of the world. Recently, various areas of the Rift Valley have become significant points of interest as sights for geothermal energy potential. Geothermal energy is not only sustainable and clean...
Understanding what the jet stream is
By: Jose Juan Gutierrez
Jet streams are fast narrow wind currents occurring at the tropopause, which is the region in the atmosphere between the troposphere and stratosphere, at about 10-14 km (6.2-8.6 miles) of altitude. Jet stream winds flow in a west to east direction at speeds...
How forest fires change local weather patterns
By: Retha Boswell
The relationship between a forest fire and local weather is very complex and almost symbiotic in nature. The fire and the weather continuously play off of one another. Often the weather created by the fire contributes to the growth of the fire. This is how...
By: Candy Spilman
Like many scientists over the years, Alfred Wegener died before his controversial assumption was accepted as fact throughout the world. Wegener, who was born in Berlin on November 1, 1880, was known as the most ardent supporter for the Continental Drift Theory. Although he was...
DIY guide to making an anemometer
By: Retha Boswell
An anemometer is a device used to measure wind speed or pressure. They are a common fixture at weather stations, providing accurate measurements for forecasts. Because they are a scientific tool, you may think they are complex, but it is easy to make a simple...
DIY guide to making an anemometer
By: Kimberly Napier
An anemometer is an instrument that is used to determine the speed and direction of the wind. It is often used at airports or at weather stations. To create one yourself is realistically possible once the materials are gathered together. The construction of an anemometer...

 

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