Geology
What is the Difference Between Lava and Magma?
The difference between lava and magma, which is rather important when it comes to volcanic activity and geology, is just…
30 km Wide Asteroid Impacted Australia 3.4 Billion Years Ago
Scientists in Australia have found evidence of an enormous asteroid impact about 3.5 billion years ago. But the site of…
What Are The Benefits Of Volcanoes?
Despite being an incredibly powerful and destructive force of nature, volcanoes actually have a number of positive effects
Dinosaur Killer Chicxulub Crater To Be Drilled For First Time
Scientists will drill down into the site of the dinosaur-killing asteroid impact site to understand how life on Earth recovered.
An Ancient Volcanic Cataclysm Spun Mars Off Its Poles
Ancient volcanic activity on a massive scale helped make Mars what it is today.
Mountains: How Are They Formed?
Mountains are formed by geological and tectonic forces, resulting in massive formations that are amazing and awe-inspiring.
Igneous Rocks: How Are They Formed?
Igneous rocks are formed from rising magma, make up the vast majority of the Earth's crust, and tell us a…
What Are The Different Parts Of A Volcano?
Volcanoes are one of the most impressive and powerful forces of nature, consisting of many different parts that serve different…
Kirk, Spock and Sulu Boldly Go Where No Man Has Gone Before — Charon!
A big smile. That was my reaction to seeing the names of Uhura, Spock, Kirk and Sulu on the latest…
10 Interesting Facts About Volcanoes
Want some volcano facts? Here are 10 interesting facts about volcanoes. Some of these facts you'll know, and others may…