Time flies by much faster as we get older, and now we know why
Nov 16, 2024 · Have you ever looked back and felt like the years just vanished overnight? You’re not the only one. Many of us notice that as we age, our perception of time changes.
It's official: Earth now has two moons - Earth.com
Nov 21, 2024 · Over the past few weeks, you’ve probably heard somewhere that Earth was going to get a second moon. Well, we can now confirm that Earth now officially has two moons after capturing asteroid 2024 PT5.
Magnetic North Pole is shifting faster than ever, surprising …
Nov 23, 2024 · The magnetic North Pole, a vital navigational anchor for our planet, is far from stationary. Most of us remain blissfully unaware that it shifts constantly under the influence of dynamic forces beneath the Earth’s crust.
Supercontinents 101: Pannotia, Gondwana, and Pangea - Earth.com
Our Earth has looked radically different in the past compared to today. Supercontinents emerged and broke apart. In their wake, they profoundly changed the course of life, geology, and climate on Earth. They caused sea levels to rise and fall, volcanoes to …
Earth's Magnetic Field: Origin, Structure, and Impact on Humanity
Earth’s magnetic field, also known as the geomagnetic field, is a powerful, vital phenomenon that extends from the interior of the Earth into outer space, where it interacts with the solar wind, a stream of charged particles emanating from the Sun.. This magnetic field serves as a protective shield against solar radiation and plays a crucial role in many of Earth’s life-sustaining systems.
What is Archean? - Earth.com
The Archean (formerly Archaeozoic) is a geologic eon between the Hadean and Proterozoic eons. The Archean Eon begins at roughly 3.8 billion years ago (Ga) and ends at about 2.5 Ga.
Ancient human ancestors actually did live with dinosaurs, …
Jul 2, 2023 · An astonishing new study concludes that human ancestors survived the asteroid impact that killed the dinosaurs. This fact, and other new insights into the timeline of animal evolution, are rocking the scientific community.
Bioluminescent plants can now illuminate every home - Earth.com
Mar 12, 2024 · Researchers have identified a native plant gene that simplifies the process of creating bioluminescent plants, paving the way for plants to provide eco-friendly light to any home.
World Jellyfish Day 2024: Protecting the health of our oceans
Each year on November 3rd, World Jellyfish Day is celebrated to raise awareness about jellyfish, their ecological importance, and the challenges they face in today’s oceans.
What is Haze? - Earth.com
Haze is an atmospheric phenomenon where dust, smoke, and dry particles in the air obscure the sky’s clarity. When seen from afar, and depending upon the direction of view, haze can have a bluish or brownish tint.