When it was first built it wasn't green. Chemistry changed it. The Statue of Liberty, with its big torch, blue-green color and fancy hat, is one of the most recognizable landmarks on Earth. But when it was first constructed as a gift from France in 1885, the statue had not yet acquired this color, doing so later as the result of chemistry. The idea of returning it to … [Read more...] about People Want To Clean The Statue Of Liberty To Reveal Its True Color
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Tiny Shadows Reveal a Big Secret: How Leaves Turn into Eclipse Projectors
The next time you witness a solar eclipse, take a peek under the trees. You might be surprised to find the shadows cast by leaves aren't their usual solid shapes. Instead, they'll be mimicking the very eclipse happening high above! But how does this leafy magic trick work? The secret lies in the tiny openings between leaves acting like pinhole camera apertures. Remember … [Read more...] about Tiny Shadows Reveal a Big Secret: How Leaves Turn into Eclipse Projectors
Vets reveal very last thing all pets do before being put down and it’s heartbreaking
This shattered my heart in more places than one. And just a warning — it might break yours in half too. However, this said, it is an important read and I really hope we can together help everyone to become more aware of this, so please make sure you share with every single person you know that owns a pet — as well as simply the public at large, on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Vets reveal very last thing all pets do before being put down and it’s heartbreaking
Nature’s Tiny Genius: Ants Reveal Unexpected Seed Savvy
What an amazing discovery! Scientists have stumbled upon a hidden talent in the humble ant, showcasing their remarkable resourcefulness when it comes to winter prepping. While we already knew these industrious creatures collect and store seeds for colder months, a surprising detail has emerged about their meticulous methods. Ants, it turns out, are expert seed crackers, … [Read more...] about Nature’s Tiny Genius: Ants Reveal Unexpected Seed Savvy
500-year-old pressed flowers reveal disheartening secrets to team of scientists: ‘These increases are frightening’
In a quest to unravel the secrets of Italy's past, scientists have turned to an unlikely source – a collection of 500-year-old pressed flowers. Preserved by naturalist Ulisse Aldrovandi between 1551 and 1586, these delicate specimens, originating from the hillsides of Bologna, have provided a unique window into the ecological shifts that have transpired over the centuries. … [Read more...] about 500-year-old pressed flowers reveal disheartening secrets to team of scientists: ‘These increases are frightening’