How is Light Measured?

How is Light Measured

It is often quite hard for us to imagine a world without light. The light that comes from light bulbs allows us to see at night, and sunlight provides humans, animals, and solar panels energy. Without light, we may not be able to move around our house or outside in the darkness. … Read more

Strange and Unusual Scientific Theories

Strange and Unusual Scientific Theories

Science is considered one of the most logical and rational of human pastimes. Many people are always trying to invent, experiment, study, or think of something that will contribute to the world of science. In fact, there are a lot of bizarre scientific theories you can read about and some of them … Read more

Surprising Uses of the Common Elements

Surprising Uses of the Common Elements

As of November 2016, the periodic table has 118 confirmed elements from hydrogen to organesson (formerly ununoctium). Out of all of the elements, only some of them are useful for humans and only a few names do ring a bell. These familiar elements might have been common because of their practical uses … Read more

Fascinating Theoretical Particles

Fascinating Theoretical Particles

The ancient Greeks were the first to assume the existence of the atoms, the smallest particles of the universe. But it didn’t end just there. Over a thousand of years later, the atom was discovered to even be made of protons, neutrons and electrons. And these three subatomic particles are even made … Read more

Fascinating Quantum Physics Facts

Fascinating Quantum Physics Facts

Quantum physics or quantum mechanics, in simple terms, is the part of physics that relates to things that are tiny. It explores the behavior of the photons, electrons and other particles that comprise the universe. Learn more about the fascinating and interesting side of quantum physics here in this gallery! Our material … Read more

Crazy Physics Facts

Crazy Physics Facts

Here are some crazy and incredible physics facts that are worth sharing with your friends and family! When traveling through water, the speed of sound is even faster — about four times — than when it travels through air. However, it cannot travel through a vacuum. Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) was a Serbian … Read more

Crazy Chemistry Facts

Crazy Chemistry Facts

Here are some interesting and incredible chemistry facts that will surely boggle your mind! Coca Cola Cocaine Coca-Cola was first launched as a tonic drink or a stimulant. One of the drink’s key ingredients was cocaine, sourced from the coca leaves. Liquid oxygen is Blue Oxygen, in liquid form, gives off a … Read more

Interesting Facts About Nuclear Weapons

Interesting Facts About Nuclear Weapons

The nuclear weapon was devised to be used against Japan in 1945, which played a major role in ending World War II but at a great cost. Since then the world’s most powerful countries are struggling (perhaps with each other) to devise their own nuclear weapons. Here are the fascinating yet horrifying … Read more