The biggest waves on the Planet
From space, it would seem that the ocean is a very calm place, an endless blue tapestry. In reality, it’s in a state of constant motion. It contains currents big and small, waves that crash on the shore, and one wave that surpasses them all — wide as the entire planet and perpetually running across its surface. What exactly is this wave, where did it come from, and why does it turn out that there are actually two of them?
Give a Counterexample
Have you noticed that disputes are often unconstructive, and the winner is the one who shouted louder or expressed themselves more assertively? But if we apply the laws of logic to our arguments, any disagreement can be resolved smoothly and elegantly. In mathematics, this technique has been honed to perfection.
Bookbinding To Tickle Your Spine
In this post, we’ll delve into the process of bookbinding.
An Aztec And A Box Of Chocolates
Legend has it that the Aztec emperor Montezuma II would consume dozens of goblets of hot cocoa at celebrations, and the rest of the world loves the delicacy so much that it even celebrates it with international holidays several times a year. Milk, dark, white, liquid… all of it is chocolate in some form or another.
Parasites – Natural Born Manipulators: 5 Ways To Drive You Crazy
The life of a parasite depends on the well-being and habits of its host. Parasites perform incredible tricks to succeed evolutionarily. For example, they may change the behavior of their hosts or even turn them into zombies. Let’s figure out the who, how, and why behind the most successful parasites in the world.
Caves: Dungeons & Caverns
This month, we’re going down into the deep! Not for adventure’s sake, but in pursuit of knowledge. Caves aren’t always so dark and damp — they might surprise you.
Why do waterfalls retreat?
Did you know that waterfalls themselves, and not just the water in them, are constantly moving? The water rushes forward and falls, but the waterfall itself is slowly sliding back. This paradox can easily be explained by the laws of nature.
Why Do Traffic Signs Look The Way They Do?
The birthplace of traffic signs is thought to be Paris. In 1908, the first World Road Congress was held here, and the very first traffic signs were adopted: “bump,” “curve,” “intersection,” and “grade-level railroad crossing.” Gradually, the number of traffic signs increased, and today there are many dozens of different systems for their use.
History of Coins
Why would we discuss coins today, in the age of electronic transactions, credit cards, Bitcoin, and blockchain? Such hard currency may seem outdated, but, despite their archaism, coins remain a symbol of their countries’ financial independence.
Why Every City Has Its Own Climate?
Most of the people on Earth currently live in cities, but many of them don’t realize that the urban climate they experience is different than outside the city. Why does this happen, and what consequences can it have for city populations?