Animal world
The world's largest living rat can weigh up to half a ton.
The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) is a rodent of unusual size.
Water
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Environment
The year is not over yet, but the 2024 storm season is already full of records, every storm seems to be 'fast-charged'
It's only the last month of the year, but the 2024 hurricane season has been an unusual one so far, with many records and many things.
New technology
China discovers unprecedented water and salt separation technology with purity up to 99.9%
According to Interesting Engineering, researchers in China have revealed a new, extremely efficient technology for separating oil and water mixtures.
Discover science
Top 5 plants with special abilities
Below are some special abilities of 5 plant species that scientists have discovered, let's find out.
Conquer Mars
Meteorites reveal when liquid water appeared on Mars
A breakthrough discovery from an international research team led by Purdue University (USA) has determined the time when liquid water existed on Mars through analysis of…
Conquer Mars
NASA accidentally destroyed evidence of life on Mars
Is searching for life through traces of water an outdated path?
Oceanography
What would happen if our oceans became freshwater?
Water is a vital resource for all life on Earth, but in reality, this resource is becoming increasingly scarce.
Oceanography
Nearly 50% of tropical coral species are at risk of extinction
Rising ocean temperatures are fueling mass bleaching of coral reefs around the world, putting many species at risk of extinction.
Oceanography
Algae that causes memory loss discovered in Philippine waters
Scientists have discovered two species of microscopic algae that produce toxins that can cause memory loss in the waters of the Philippines.
Archeology
Digging a 3,500m high 'water tomb', China found a huge treasure mine, the secret of the Silk Road is revealed!
This discovery shocked Chinese archaeologists.
Biology
Insects discovered that have to change color because of humans
Researchers have discovered that a native New Zealand stonefly species is forced to change its body colour to survive in heavily deforested areas.
Scientific application
Vortex turbine can produce electricity continuously 24/7
The Belgian company designs whirlpool turbines to take advantage of the currents already present in lakes, streams, rivers and other waterways. The turbines can generate…
Environment
A special lake located halfway between the sky and the sea.
Perched precariously on a cliff above the sea, Lake Leitisvatn is the most visited spot in the Faroe Islands.
Environment
The mysterious 'Eye' island floating in the middle of the swamp
The eye-like floating island in the middle of the marshes in the Paraná Delta was formed by erosion and ocean currents.
Environment
Russian scientists find method to monitor water pollution in real time
A new method of monitoring water pollution detects harmful substances in water without requiring experts to take additional samples.