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Sciences > Ecology & Environment An overview of green energy possibilities from the ocean: 1 of 11
Since the mid-1990s, ocean power, an energy source with both thermal and mechanical energy capabilities, was turned to with renewed anticipation. The U.S. looked to sea waters in hope of fresh and abundant electricity-producing sources. Other countries, Japan in particular, are already now harnessing this massive force. Resea... More..
Sciences > Zoology How animals recognize each other: 1 of 11
Although animals interact using the very same senses humans are accustomed to, their control of the senses comes in a wider variety of degrees. We can typically tell our own people apart by eyesight alone. In the vast animal world, this method isn't always as effective. Animal senses must come blended or tuned to levels for b... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Daily healthy eating habits: 2 of 7
New diets come around seemingly every day. The information put out is enough to test anyone's sanity. And one question continues undyingly - 'what's the secret'? Truth is there is no trick. Losing weight and keeping it off depends upon your own unique method, not some hyped up diet plan. There are, however, things you could u... More..
Sciences > Chemistry Iron Rust: What is it: 1 of 3
Rust is simply a series of iron oxides formed in the reaction of iron and oxygen with the presence of water or air moisture mixed in. Another term for rusting is corrosion'. Join iron with water and oxygen and, given enough time, it'll turn wholly into a pile of rust.A simplified and more common name for iron oxide would be R... More..
Sciences > Botany Medicinal drugs from common plants: 13 of 29
Studies show that 80% of our world's population currently uses medicines made of plant or plant extracts for vast healthcare purposes. Many of today's most popular medicines have compounds derived from the long, effective history of herbal healing. These include opium, aspirin, digitalis, and the often used drug compound, eph... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Characteristics that make a family-friendly community: 15 of 30
Waking up for the dreaded Monday morning drive to work and receiving warm words and a smile from a friendly neighbor, while seemingly not much, is quiet often enough to get you into that car with a grin of your own and a brighter mood to boot (at least on the milder Mondays).A family-friendly community consists simply of thos... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Mythology & Folklore Facts about Odin, the Norse god of war: 1 of 2
As the mist receded, a growing shadow grew into existence. The cover faded and a great horse came into view. A godly man, head held high, adorned in a flowing grey robe rode his beast onward, into Valhalla. His thundering flight brought a cloud of dust rolling after him.Often, Odin was depicted like such.Son of Bor and Bestla... More..
Sciences > Chemistry How glowsticks work: 1 of 2
Glowsticks, since their invention nearly 30 years ago, have been made popular by millions across the world. Without use of battery or bulb, without heat, the sticks provide light with a snap. The magic' behind a glowstick's light is due to a chemical reaction, involving several different compounds. Whenever reaction takes pla... More..
Sciences > Physical Science (Other) Orgone energy explained: 1 of 1
Orgone energy was first proposed by psychoanalyst Wilhelm Reich, who saw it as a bioenergetic force that spans the universe and causes everything that goes on around us, all observable phenomena. Reich saw sexuality as the prime energetic force of life and so orgone was heavily tied to sexuality. The word itself is based off ... More..
Sciences > Water & Oceanography How starfish threaten coral reefs: 1 of 1
A large amount of starfish were recently discovered in the reefs in Halmahera, Indonesia, at the very center point of the Coral Triangle. Starfish, who latch onto coral and use their digestive enzymes to break down at it, could become a real threat to the natural beauty of the sea. Scientists are even predicting the outbreak ... More..