Science

Ten Most Visited National Parks, 2011

The following table lists the most visited National Parks, according to rank, park name, and number of recorded visitors in 2011. A perennial favorite, the Great Smokey Mountains National Park was ranked number one in 2011 with 9,008,830 visitors. Rank Name and location Numberof visitors 1.… Read more

Ten Most Visited National Parks, 2010

The following table lists the most visited National Parks, according to rank, park name, and number of recorded visitors in 2010. Great Smoky Mountains National Park was ranked number one in 2010 with 9,463,538 visitors. Rank Name and location Numberof visitors 1. Great Smoky Mountains NP 9,463,538 2. Grand Canyon NP 4,388,386 3. Yosemite NP 3,… Read more

Ten Most Visited National Parks, 2009

The following table lists the most visited National Parks, according to rank, park name, and number of recorded visitors in 2009. Great Smoky Mountains National Park was ranked number one in 2009 with 9,491,437 visitors. Rank Name and location Numberof visitors 1. Great Smoky Mountains NP… Read more

Ten Most Visited National Parks, 2006

Rank Name and location Numberof visitors 1. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tenn. 9,289,215 2. Grand Canyon National Park, Ariz. 4,279,439 3. Yosemite National Park, Calif. 3,242,644 4.… Read more

Lightning Deaths 1998-2008

The National Weather Service publication Storm Data recorded a total of 449 deaths from lightning strikes between 1998 and 2008. According to the National Weather Service, lightning causes an average of 62 deaths and 300 injuries in the United States each year. During a thunderstorm, avoid open… Read more

Killer Tornadoes of 2013

Since 1971, the United States has used the Enhanced F-Scale to quantify tornado strength and destructive properties based on an assessment of 8 levels of damage to 28 separate indicators. In 2013, approximately 928 tornadoes touched down, including 52 that caused fatalities in 7 states. DateLocation(s) EF DeathsJan. 30 Bartow… Read more

Costliest Heat Waves 1901–2013

A heat wave is a prolonged period of excessive heat, generally ten degrees or more above average, often combined with excessive humidity. This kind of heat kills. After only extreme cold, heat waves are responsible for the most weather-related deaths in the United States-more than lightning, hurricanes, tornadoes,… Read more

Top-Selling Vehicles in the U.S., 2006

Rank Vehicle Number 1. Ford F-Series 796,039 2. Chevrolet Silverado 636,069 3. Toyota Camry 448,445 4. Dodge Ram 364,177 5. Honda Accord 354,441 6. Honda Civic 316,638 7. Chevrolet Impala 289,868 8. Toyota Corolla 272,327 9. Nissan Altima 232,457 10. Chevrolet… Read more

Astrological Profile

As Earth revolves around the Sun, a different part of the sky becomes visible. The dates below show when the constellations can be seen on the horizon in North America. Zodiac Sign Dates Personality Aries March 21-Apr. 19 Loves new projects Taurus Apr. 20-May 20 Stubborn… Read more

Saltiest Foods

Find the top ten sources of sodium among common—yet surprising—foods. These ten foods comprise 44% of all the sodium Americans eat. Rank Food Percent of sodium intake 1. Breads and rolls 7.4% 2. Cold cuts and cured meats 5.1% 3. Pizza 4.… Read more

Nutrient Sources

Foods for your Brain (and body) by Mark Hughes Proper nutrition is a key component to living a full and healthy life. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts give our bodies nutrients that keep your body healthy. Foods that cause your body harm include deep fried foods, foods made with lots of sugar, and highly processed foods, such as… Read more

Ideas for Healthy Lunches and Snacks

Tips for making smart food choices when packing lunches and snacks by Mark Hughes Related Links Nutrient Sources A Facelift for the Food Pyramid Smart Food, Junk Food Healthy Lunch and Snack IdeasWhen you go to school, you want to be at the top of your game so you can stay… Read more

Good Nutrition is Important

Healthy foods and juices by Mark Hughes Related Links Nutrient Sources Lunches and Snacks Smart Food, Junk Food When your cell phone runs low on power, you plug it in. Electricity is your phone’s source of energy. People need energy, too, but we can’t simply plug… Read more

Oil Reliance

The United States produces the most energy in the world, but it also uses the most—more than double the amount used by China, the world’s second-largest energy consumer. Here’s a look at the world’s top 10 energy consumers and producers. Source of oil Number of barrels imported a day 1… Read more

Top 15 Countries in PCs-in-Use

RankCountryYear-end 2004(millions)2004 % share of total1.U.S.223.8127.22%2.Japan69.208.423.China52.996.454.Germany46.305.635.UK35.894.376.France29.413.587.South Korea26.203.198.Italy22.652.759.Canada22.392.7210.Brazil19.352.35%11.Russia19.012.3112.Australia13.721.6713.India13.031.5814.Mexico11.211.3615.Netherlands11.111.35Total Top 15 Countries616… Read more

Recommended Immunization Schedule for Persons Aged 0–6 Years

Vaccine Age Birth 1 month 2 months 4 months 6 months 12 months 15 months 18 months 19–23 months 2–3 years 4–6 years Hepatitis B1 HepB HepB Range of recommended ages 1 HepB Range of recommended… Read more

Recommended Immunization Schedule for Persons Aged 7–18 Years

Vaccine Age 7–10 years 11–12 years 13–18 years Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis1 1 Tdap Range of recommended ages Tdap Catch-up immunization Human Papillomavirus2 2 HPV (3 doses) Range of recommended ages HPV Series Catch-up immunization… Read more