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Ancient Encounter with Interstellar Cloud Altered Earth’s Climate, Study Reveals
At a Glance Earth experienced a dramatic encounter with an interstellar cloud two million years ago that may…
UV Light Seems Pretty Useful. Why Don’t We Use It Everywhere?
Ultraviolet (UV) light, particularly UVC and far UV, has been recognized for its ability to break down viruses…
Potato plant radiation sensors could one day monitor radiation in areas surrounding power plants
Fields of genetically modified potato plants could detect radiation. AP Photo/John Miller Robert Sears, University of Tennessee and…
Why So Blue? The Science of the Sky’s Colors
Ask a child to draw a picture of their house, and they will likely show the following: a…