Search

Search results

Displaying 361 - 370

Scientists: Physical Sciences

// Cite Astronomers, astrophysicists, chemists, and physicists Related Links Astronomy Astronomical Calendar Nobel Prize for Chemistry Nobel Prize…

Biographies: Notable Explorers

Notable Explorers Christopher Columbus See also Columbus and Other Explorers Notable Women Adventurers People in the News Recent Obituaries Related Links Quiz: Explorers Quiz: Women…

NATIONAL PARKS

Name, location, and year authorized Acreage Outstanding characteristicsAcadia (Maine), 1919 47,548.94Rugged seashore on Mt. Desert Island and adjacent mainlandArches (Utah), 1971 76,518.98…

mass extinction

(Encyclopedia) mass extinction, the extinction of a large percentage of the earth's species, opening ecological niches for other species to fill. There have been at least ten such events. The five…

American Indian Archaeological Sites

The American Indian archaeological record is one of the richest in the world. There are tens of thousands of American Indian sites in the Southwest alone, where the dry climate has…

Biographies: A -C

Alvar Aalto Iorwith Wilbur Abel Sir Patrick Abercrombie Henry Carter Adams Alexander Agassiz Horace Marden Albright Maurice Allais Sir Hugh Allan Linda Alvarado Oakes Ames Othmar Hermann…

Our Top 5 Stories for the Week of August 2, 2021

It’s been a busy week, from hospital capacities due to Covid to massive weather concerns all around the world. Who has time to keep track of it all? That’s why we’ve boiled it all down to our top…

The 7 Wonders of the World for 2022

Top of Page Source: iStockMountains, lakes, forests, and valleys– the world is wide and has many incredible sights to offer anyone who is curious about nature. And on top of a variety of natural…

Highest Peaks in Texas

Top of Page Source: iStockGiven the vast size of the Lone Star State, it’s no surprise that you’ll find Mother Nature’s work in all its glory there. Its rich tapestry of scenery includes dusty,…