Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Why Does the Midday Sun Reach All Longitudes on Earth?
Space & NavigationThe midday sun is a phenomenon that occurs in all longitudes of the earth. It is the time when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and is directly overhead. This happens twice a year in the equatorial region and once a year in the temperate zones. But why does the noon sun
Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Calculating Greenhouse Effect: Insights for Earth and its Atmosphere
Space & NavigationGreenhouse gases are essential to life on Earth, but their overabundance can be harmful to the planet and its inhabitants. Carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor are some of the most common greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. These gases trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere, causing the greenhouse effect. Understanding how to calculate the greenhouse
Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unforeseen Consequences: Earthquake Disrupts Sealed Drainage Pits, Heightening Risk of Flooding
Space & NavigationEarthquakes are natural disasters that can cause significant damage to infrastructure and communities. While most focus is on the immediate effects of an earthquake, such as building collapse, fires, and injuries, there are often secondary effects that can be just as devastating. One such effect that is often overlooked is the impact that earthquakes can
Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Fugacity in Geology: Understanding its Significance for Lunar Dynamics
Space & NavigationFugacity is a term used in geology to describe the tendency of a substance to escape or move from one location to another. It is a measure of the thermodynamic driving force for a substance to leave one location and move to another location where the chemical potential is lower. In other words, fugacity is
Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Why Does the Moon’s Crust Consist Mostly of Anorthite?
Space & NavigationThe Moon, our closest celestial neighbor, has long fascinated scientists and enthusiasts alike. One of the most intriguing aspects of the Moon is its crust, which is primarily composed of a mineral known as anorthite. Anorthite is a type of feldspar, a group of rock-forming minerals that are common on Earth, but make up an
Posted on June 1, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Decoding the Myth of ‘Red Sun at Night, Sailor’s Delight’: Is There Truth to This Sun Phenomenon?
Space & NavigationWhat is the Red Sun at Night, Sailor’s Delight phenomenon? The phrase “Red sun at night, sailor’s delight; red sun in the morning, sailor’s warning” has long been a saying among sailors. According to this belief, a red sky at night is a sign of good weather and calm seas, while a red sky in