We like the idea that elephants are scared of mice because it’s comically endearing to imagine a 7-ton behemoth cowering before a furball the size of its toenail. Unfortunately the cartoons lied — it isn’t true. But there’s another creature, even smaller, that really does strike fear into the hearts of pachyderms everywhere: the humble honey bee.Since the turn of the century, study after study has detailed how the sight, sound, and even smell of bees has the power to repel elephants. In ...read more
A large hydrothermal (steam) explosion rocked the Biscuit Basin Geyser near Black Diamond Pool on July 23 during the peak of tourist season. The blast does not appear to have injured anyone, but people on the boardwalk got quite a shock when the explosion occurred. Video of the blast show how violent it was, throwing a dark cloud of debris into the sky near onlookers.The video (posted on Facebook) is quite astonishing, showing what starts out as a potentially normal geyser eruption but quickly e ...read more
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Entrepreneurs aiming to establish thriving businesses must grasp the various types of capital available. By understanding these options, entrepreneurs can strategically raise funds to fuel growth, retain control or utilize assets effectively. This knowledge equips them to navigate market fluctuations, meet investor expectations and tailor financing strategies to t ...read more
You’re standing on the moon, gazing up at the Sun without the protective blanket of an atmosphere that we know and love on Earth. The sky is a stark, black canvas dotted with stars; the Sun is an unfiltered beacon. Now, picture this surreal scene interrupted by a massive solar flare, one of the most powerful explosions in our solar system. What Are Solar Flares?(Credit: Jurik Peter/Shutterstock) Solar flares are intense bursts of radiation emanating from the Sun’s surface, caused by the sud ...read more
How many moons are in our solar system? First, it would help to understand that a moon is an object that’s formed naturally and orbits around a planet. The Earth’s Moon is well known. It’s the brightest light in the sky, and you can see it most nights. But there are many more moons in the solar system, and some of them have pretty interesting stories.According to the most current count from NASA, there are 293 moons in our solar system and likely more to be counted. Let’s take a look at ...read more
Author Vishay SinghPosted on Categories Discover Magazine