Science

A+ Blood Type

A+ Blood Type

The A+ blood type is a specific blood group that is determined by the presence of certain antigens on the surface of red blood cells.
Amanita Muscaria

Amanita Muscaria

Amanita Muscaria, or Fly agaric, is a fungus distinctive for its bright red color and white markings. This mushroom can be toxic to humans if eaten raw.
Barometer

Barometer

A barometer is a nifty device that fluctuates with atmosphere pressure and can sometimes help judge weather patters. They were often used on ships at sea.
Benzene

Benzene

Benzene is a 6 membered carbon ring with alternating (and resonating) single and double bonds.
California Buoy Report

California Buoy Report

California Buoy Report is an amazing website for surfers, mariners, kayakers, fisher-people, abalone pickers, and anyone interested in the Pacific Coast.

Cepheid Variables

Cepheid variables are stars whose regular change of luminosity has a period that correlates with their average luminosity. They are very bright.

Chemistry Vs. Alchemy

Chemistry is the study of matter's molecular structure and how it changes. Alchemy is the study of converting one material to another, typically metal to gold.

Cognitive Dissonance

When two or more ideas are in conflict within your brain, you are experiencing cognitive dissonance.
Dew

Dew

Dew is condensation that forms on objects that are exposed outside. As objects cool, water in the air condenses quicker than it can evaporate, forming droplets.

Embodied Cognition

Embodied Cognition is the concept that the mind not only influences the body but that the body influences the mind. The idea dates back to early 20th century.
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