Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What’s concave and convex?
Space & NavigationConcave vs. Convex: It’s All About the Curves! Ever stumbled across the words “concave” and “convex” and felt a little… lost? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! These terms, while seemingly complex, are actually pretty straightforward once you get the hang of them. Basically, they describe how things curve. And understanding these curves? Well, that unlocks
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What is the luminosity of the sun?
Space & NavigationDecoding the Sun’s Glow: What’s the Deal with Solar Luminosity? Ever looked up at the sun and wondered just how much power that fiery ball is throwing our way? Well, astronomers have a way to measure that – it’s called luminosity. Think of it as the Sun’s total energy output, a kind of absolute “wattage”
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What is the planet of Venus made of?
Space & NavigationVenus Unveiled: Peering Beneath the Clouds of Our “Sister” Planet Venus. We call it Earth’s “sister” planet, and in some ways, it is. Roughly the same size, mass, and density as our own blue marble, you might expect a similar story. But step closer, and you’ll find Venus is anything but a twin. Instead, it’s
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
Can a quadrilateral have only one right angle?
Space & NavigationThat Lone Right Angle: Quirks of the Quadrilateral World Quadrilaterals, those four-sided figures we all know and (maybe) love from geometry class, can be pretty interesting. You might wonder, can one of these shapes have just one right angle? Turns out, the answer is yes! Forget about squares and rectangles for a moment. All you
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
What is bivariate model?
Space & NavigationWhat’s the Deal with Bivariate Models? Let’s Break it Down. Ever wonder how two things connect? Like, does more studying really mean better grades? Or does advertising actually boost sales? That’s where bivariate analysis comes in. It’s a way of looking at the relationship between two different things to see if they’re linked. Forget staring
Posted on April 22, 2022 (Updated on August 4, 2025)
When can I see the blood moon in Alberta?
Space & NavigationChasing the Crimson Tide: Your Guide to Seeing a Blood Moon in Alberta Okay, Albertans, let’s talk blood moons! You know, those nights when the moon turns this crazy, beautiful red? Officially, it’s called a total lunar eclipse, and it happens when the Earth plays shadow puppet, sliding right between the sun and the moon.