Factors That Drove Early Cetacean Ancestors to the Sea

Whales (cetaceans) were not always the marine mammals we know today. Climatic and biogeographic conditions may have contributed to their movement from land mammal to marine mammal.
Tagged: earth science
Antarctica's History - Eclipse Optics

Antarctica's History

Learn about Antarctica's history and how we know it wasn't always a frozen continent.
What is Pyrogeography? - Eclipse Optics

What is Pyrogeography?

Learn what pyrogeography is and why it's so awesome.

Younger Dryas Explained

Learn about the Younger Dryas period, what caused it, and how it affected the climate of our planet.

Solar Eclipse Effects on Animals, Atmosphere, and Weather

Unmasking the Eclipse: How Solar Spectacles Shuffle Animal Societies Solar eclipses, those celestial tapestries of shadow and light, cast a fascinating spell on more than just human observers. Beneath the...
Tagged: earth science

The 411 on the April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Everything you need to know about the science behind the April 2024 total solar eclipse, the path it will take, and where you need to be to see the totality.
Challenges in Managing the Wildland Urban Interface - Eclipse Optics

Challenges in Managing the Wildland Urban Interface

Learn about the complexities of managing the Wildland Urban Interface when it comes to fire ecology

How to Make Eclipses Interesting for Students of All Ages

Ideas and recommendations for how to make eclipse events interesting educational opportunities for elementary through college-age students

What is the Aquatic Ape Hypothesis?

Learn about the interesting Aquatic Ape Hypothesis that tried to explain why humans lost their hair

The History of Eclipses and Solar Viewing

Learn about the history of solar eclipses, how ancient civilizations connected with these events, and how modern day tools allow us to safely view eclipses.

Snowball Earth Conditions Explored

Learn about the conditions that may have led and may have perpetuated the snowball Earth hypothesis.
Tropospheric Ozone - Eclipse Optics

Tropospheric Ozone

Stratospheric ozone is good. Tropospheric ozone is bad. Learn how the latter is formed.