This week there were earthquakes in Guatemala and Mozambique and an earthquake swarm in eastern California. And did anything happen in Santa Barbara?
What is a Metal? Chemistry, Metals, and the Periodic Table of the Elements
Metals are often confusing. Let’s explore the definition of a metal through chemistry via the Periodic Table of the Elements.
As Condensation Droplets Form and Combine, What Forces are at Work?
Moisture condenses onto glass, forming condensation droplets. What forces are at work in their formation, in their combining, and in their disruption?
Fiji, Yellowstone and (Maybe) Greenland: Earthquakes 15-21 June 2017
There were earthquakes in the Pacific and in Yellowstone National Park this week — along with a mysterious tsunami off western Greenland.
Climate Change Checkup, June 2017
May was warm, but not a record. Decoded Science explores some missing heat, explains the Greenhouse Effect, and looks at current sea surface temperatures and the fate of the Paris climate agreement as the US withdraws.
Guatemala, Greece and Hawaii: Earthquakes 8-14 June 2017
This week there were earthquakes in Guatemala, in the eastern Mediterranean, and on the volcanic island of Hawaii.
Alaska, Azerbaijan and Ohio: Earthquakes 1-7 June 2017
In a quiet week, there’s a bit of confusion about earthquakes in Azerbaijan and Ohio, while the tremor in Alaska is more easily explained.
Weather Around The World, June 6: Monsoon And Hurricane Seasons Start; US Participation In Paris Accord Ends
Hurricane season begins — none in sight. Monsoon comes ashore in India on schedule. And US withdraws from Paris climate accord.
Indonesia, Chile and Oklahoma: Earthquakes 25-31 May 2017
This week saw earthquakes in Indonesia and Chile – but are there signs of a slowdown in the Oklahoma earthquake series?
Philippines, Iceland and Offshore Oregon: Earthquakes 18-24 May 2017
This week there were no really severe tremors, but there were earthquakes in the Philippines, in Iceland and off the coast of Oregon.