Environment

Our environment never fails to blow us away, from destructive tornado’s to ever so common grass, everything is always more complex than it seems. Even if you’re not the outdoors-y type, there’s no denying we need nature to sustain ourselves. Important aspects aside, nature is also just darn cool!

The intricacy of snowflakes is stunning, and with enough of them in the right conditions, you may even be surprised to find self-rolling snowballs! There’s just some stuff you can’t make up, and other things that are almost impossible to imagine. So browse through as we take a look at the most interesting aspects of the environment!

The Great Carrier Reef – The Largest Fabricated Reef Ever!

We’ve heard of Australia’s beautiful Great Barrier Reef, but one diver’s paradise we’ve not heard much about is the Great Carrier Reef. 24 miles from the coast on Pensacola, sitting at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico, is the USS Oriskany – an 888-foot former US Navy Aircraft Carrier.

12 Facts About Oak Trees You Wood Not Believe

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Oak trees are among the oldest nature species in the world, and there's no doubt a lot of fascinating things to learn about these ancient wonders. Even though you may see it as just a tree, there is a lot of fun facts about oak trees!

3 Biggest Snow Myths That Will Surprise You

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Snow can make any city look like a wonderland! Not to mention, it can provide easy hydration on the go if it's clean. But there's a lot of misconceptions about snow that you probably don't know. Which one of these surprise you the most?

A Spoon of Oil Can Calm A Lake

What happens when you put a spoon full of oil into a choppy lake? You got it, the lake calms. You might be thinking "fake news", but know that science may just surprize you yet again!

Tulip Mania – When Flowers Would Buy You A House In Holland

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The Netherlands is certainly known for their tulips. These beautiful bulbs can get pricey, but you'll be thankful they aren't as expensive as they used to be! Find out how these flowers became so popular in the Netherlands, and what caused their worth to drop back down to a reasonable price!

Why Are There So Many Midges In Scotland?

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Nobody likes midges - they're called pests for a reason! They seem to serve no purpose other than bothering you and leaving you covered in oh so attractive bite marks, especially during the summer. They're especially abundant in Scotland - but did you know there's a reason? Check it out here!

Green Tea Production Journey: From Harvest to Cup [Infographic]

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Green tea is a healthy & tasty habit practiced around the world. Its long journey from harvest to cup explains why it is the top-notch tea among tea lovers. Check out this infographic and find out about the stages of green tea production - from harvesting and processing to packaging and labeling.

30 Enchanting Facts About Yosemite National Park

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Among the top 5 most visited national parks, Yosemite has a bountiful amount of natural beauty to offer. With endless locations to hike, rock climb, and camp in, Yosemite is a nature lovers dream! There’s more to this park than meets the eye, so here are 30 facts about Yosemite!

Smoking’s Effect On The Environment [Infographic]

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In this infographic, we delve further into the different ways in which smoking has an effect on the environment. You’ve probably never really thought much about, but it is a problem that doesn’t usually get a lot attention.

What is Cloud Seeding?

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Every year for many across the world, drought is a real problem. It causes serious health risks of dehydration - drought is no laughing matter. Cloud seeding offers a potential solution to this, and the wondrous thing is, it can be used literally worldwide... theoretically.

How The Sun Controls Nature Infographic

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Light is responsible for much of the behaviour of various forms of life, yet is probably not something you’ll have given much thought to. Fortunately, this infographic sheds some light on the role light plays in nature.

16 Festive Facts About Mistletoe

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When the time comes to decorate your home for the holiday season, it simply wouldn't be complete without mistletoe. While holly, ivy and poinsettia can often be seen at this time of year, mistletoe has its own special place over the front door.

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