Here is the full-HD video of the James Webb Space Telescope launch (JWST). An Ariane 5 launch vehicle (see notes 1)(Ariane Flight VA256) launched the James Webb Space Telescope from Ariane Launch Complex No. 3 (ELA 3) at Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana, on December 25, 2021, at 12:20 UTC (09:20 local time, 07:20 EST, 13:20 CET).
Today I learned that there’s a solar eclipse calculator on the NASA website. Its official name is JavaScript Solar Eclipse Explorer (JSEX). Using this solar eclipse calculator, you can compute the local circumstances for every solar eclipse visible from a city for any century from -1499 to 3000 (1500 BCE to 3000 CE).
Humpback whale (scientific name: Megaptera novaeangliae) is a species of baleen whale (also called toothless whale). Baleen whales have a special net-like epidermal modification called baleen in their mouth, which is used to filter food from the water. Here are 10 amazing Humpback whale facts.
Quasicrystals are among the newest and most exciting discoveries in the wider field of materials physics – but to date, many aspects of their exotic physical properties remain entirely unexplored. Since soon after their initial discovery, Dr. Zbigniew Stadnik at the University of Ottawa has made important contributions to our understanding of quasicrystals, including their magnetic and electronic characteristics. Building on his decades of experience in the field, he now hopes to gain a complete understanding of the fundamental properties of these materials – potentially opening up a broad new range of real-world applications.
Honey badger (scientific name: Mellivora capensis), also known as ratel has a well-earned reputation of being a very fierce, feisty, and brave little mammal. Although barely a foot (30.5 cm) tall, they have a reputation for attacking just about anything – from venomous snakes to full-grown lions. Here are 10 amazing honey badger facts.
Yes, plastic may have many uses, but we have become too accustomed to a “disposable” lifestyle, resulting in grave environmental consequences. Single-use plastic waste is estimated to grow in succeeding years, with packaging accounting for 40% of all plastic produced.
Big cats, such as lions, tigers, and jaguars, have captured our admiration for their majestic presence and crucial ecological roles. These magnificent predators regulate herbivore populations, thus preserving vegetated habitats and maintaining biodiversity. However, their survival is being challenged in unforeseen ways. One of the most pressing threats to big cats is something that we’ve been endorsing for its potential in sustainable energy: hydroelectric dams.
Fresh produce is perhaps the most common food product we consume daily. Fresh produce includes unprocessed fresh fruits and vegetables, which are the type of foods that can bring the best nutrition to our bodies. It’s very important for any food producer to conduct a Microbial Contamination analysis for their fresh produce. Here are the reasons microbial contamination analysis of fresh produce is very important:
Just like other living organisms, trees can get sick and die of disease if they’re not cared for properly. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to relieve the stress your trees are experiencing and protect their long-term health.
Injured trees exist on a spectrum from stressed to dying. Unfortunately, once your tree is dying, there’s little you can do to bring it back to life. However, if you catch the symptoms of illness early, it is very possible to save your tree.
Read on for practical tips on how to revive struggling trees.
The fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox) is a carnivorous mammal that is endemic to the island of Madagascar. It is a member of the Eupleridae, a family of carnivorans closely related to the mongoose family Herpestidae. They look like a cross between a dog, a cat, and a mongoose. Here are 10 amazing fossa facts.
