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What are sound waves and how do they work? | Popular Science
WEBJul 27, 2021 · Sound waves are longitudinal waves that move through air or other substances when an object vibrates. Learn about frequency, amplitude, timbre, envelope, and how sound waves affect us in various ways.
The most incredible pictures of every planet in our solar system
WEBNov 29, 2017 · See the best images ever taken of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Learn about their features, colors, clouds, rings and more from NASA and other sources.
Ranked: the loudest sounds ever measured - Popular Science
WEBFeb 3, 2020 · Learn about the deafening events on Earth, from volcanoes and meteorites to bats and monkeys, that can generate more than 194 decibels of sound. See graphs, videos, and photos of these explosive ...
Gen Z, millennial, boomer: What defines generations? - Popular …
WEBOct 15, 2021 · The term boomer is often used to mock or dismiss older people, but it has no clear definition or meaning. Learn how generations are defined, how they change, and why they matter for society.
6 uses for silica gel packets around your home - Popular Science
WEBJun 1, 2023 · Learn how to use silica gel packets to keep your belongings dry and safe from moisture damage. Find out what silica gel is, how to reactivate it, and what to avoid when handling it.
Which type of car is most likely to catch on fire? - Popular Science
WEBFeb 2, 2022 · A report by an online car insurance marketplace ranks electric vehicles, hybrids, and combustion-engine cars by their fire rates per 100,000 sold. It suggests that EVs are less likely to catch on ...
Why hasn’t the sun burned out yet? - Popular Science
WEBMay 3, 2018 · The sun is a nuclear power plant that converts hydrogen into helium and radiates 3.9 x 10 26 watts of power every second. It has enough fuel to last for another 5 billion years, according to ...
Scientists made the highest-ever resolution microscope - Popular …
WEBJun 7, 2021 · Scientists at Cornell University have developed a new technique called ptychography to see atoms with unprecedented clarity. They beat the previous record by twofold and achieved the highest-ever ...
QLED vs. OLED vs. Mini-LED: Understand TV backlights - Popular …
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Learn the differences and advantages of QLED, OLED, and Mini-LED TVs, the three main types of LED-lit displays. Compare color, contrast, brightness, price, and lifespan of each technology.
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