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50 Unbelievable Facts About Earth [infographic]

Relatively Interesting April 15, 2013 0

Since Earth Day is nearly upon us, what better time to reflect on the wonders of our planet? This infographic, “Fifty Unbelievable Facts About Earth“, provides us with at least 50 reasons why our

Earth: From Top to Bottom (infographic)

Relatively Interesting April 11, 2013 0

Explore our amazing planet Earth from top to bottom with this infographic. You’ll start at around 35,000 ft of altitude and work your way down to a very deep 35,000 ft under the

What if the other planets were as close as the moon?

Relatively Interesting April 3, 2013 3

What would the horizon look like if you could swap the moon for each of the other planets? A full moon completely dominates the night sky… imagine if Jupiter were as close to Earth

Why are we afraid of the dark?

Relatively Interesting March 28, 2013 0

Why are we afraid of the dark… and should we be? Some experts believe that fear of darkness is genetically coded in humans. That is, our ancestors were afraid of the dark because they

The Great Microscope Challenge

Relatively Interesting March 22, 2013 0

There’s an old saying that goes, “I know this like the back of my hand.” It means that you know something really well because after all, how much better can you know something than

Daylight Savings Time Explained

Relatively Interesting March 5, 2013 0

It’s March, and for many North Americans, that means Daylight Savings Time (DST) is near. So why do the clocks spring forward – and how does Daylight Savings Time work? In short, Daylight Savings

Meteor explodes over Russia injuring hundreds

Relatively Interesting February 15, 2013 3

A meteor streaked through the skies above Russia’s southern Chelyabinsk region Friday morning and then exploded, shattering glass in buildings and leaving hundreds of people hurt. The number of injured continues to rise as

Are We Alone in the Universe?

Relatively Interesting February 8, 2013 0

Are we alone? Scientists have studied the possibility of intelligent extra-terrestrial life for more than a century. But we’ve yet to uncover any credible evidence that such species exist. Some scientists insist that the

If humans evolved from apes, why do apes still exist?

Relatively Interesting January 14, 2013 18

The fundamental issue with this question is that there is an assumption that humans evolved from apes - but this is not the case. The simple answer is that humans did not evolve from apes: both apes, humans,

10 of the Hubble Telescope’s Best Images

Relatively Interesting December 10, 2012 1

The Hubble Space Telescope is arguably one of the most valuable scientific instruments ever created. It has transformed the way astronomers and scientists perceive the universe. It has helped to solidify and create new