Happy International Podcast Day! 2024
Happy International Podcast Day! On September 30th, we recognize podcasts and podcasters of their work and spreading their stories with the world. As a science podcaster and creator myself, I
2nd Anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope!
Today, July 12th, 2024 marks the 2nd anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope. 2 years ago today, James Webb released its first image of deep space. James Webb released
How Do Fireworks Work? July 4th Special!
Happy 4th of July and happy Independence Day for those living in the United States! This holiday is celebrated with lots of parades, barbecues, and fireworks! Aerial fireworks are the
Summer Solstice 2024!
The summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere is today, June 20th! What exactly is the summer solstice? The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. It marks the
Why Do Pennies Turn Green?
You’ve probably noticed that some of the old pennies sitting in your piggy-bank are covered in dirt and this mysterious blue-green substance. That is copper oxide! Copper naturally turns green
Northern Lights Visible in U.S. Last Weekend! May 2024
Last weekend, the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights were visible over the US, Canada, and down south in places such as Georgia and Florida. Auroras are lights
Longer Days In Summer: Explained!
Why are days longer in the summer? Right now, especially in the Northern Hemisphere, it may seem like the spring and summer days are dragging on with more daylight. Days
Happy Earth Day! 2024
Senator Gaylord Nelson wanted to make a day where people could recognize and care for the environment! The first Earth Day began in 1970 and it grew even more! People
Total Solar Eclipse Earlier Today!
Earlier today, a total solar eclipse crossed over Mexico, the United States, and parts of Canada in a spectacular show. I was able to see the partial eclipse from where
April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse!
A solar eclipse will be visible over parts of North and South America on, Monday, April 8th, 2024! This will be a total solar eclipse in the path of totality of
Atlanta Science Festival 2024!
The Atlanta Science Festival is happening soon! I am an ambassador for the festival and if you live in or around Atlanta, this is a great place to learn about science and technology around you! There are 100+ events in the metro Atlanta area.
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2024
Happy New Year everyone! Welcome to 2024! Let’s see what’s to come in this new year! If you haven’t already, check out my 2023 recap here!
Recap of 2023!
Let’s review the recap of 2023 for Spectacular Science! In 2023, I published 35+ episodes! In July, I released the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, a site that randomly
Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse! 2023
The “ring of fire” annular solar eclipse was earlier today! Check out yesterday’s post for more information. I watched the eclipse from where I live (with solar viewing glasses, of
Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse Tomorrow!
A solar eclipse will be visible over parts of North and South America tomorrow, Saturday October 14th! This will be a partial solar eclipse in many areas of the U.S.
Diamonds Vs. Graphite!
Graphite and diamonds are both made out of Carbon. Carbon is a very abundant element. But, why is diamond stronger than graphite if they are made out of the same
Video Podcasts on YouTube!
In the premiere of my new season, I showed viewers on YouTube a new format of my podcast! It is video podcasts! These video podcasts have clips of me, engaging
New Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator!
Introducing… the all new Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator! I have collected many science facts over the years and have put them on this fact generator website so you can
Happy Earth Day! 2023
Check out this short video about Earth Day on the Spectacular Science YouTube Channel here! youtu.be/ti9OygNsEKI Gaylord Nelson. He wanted to make a day where people could recognize and care
The Atlanta Science Festival!
If you live around the Atlanta area, you will love the Atlanta Science festival! It is full of fun science activities for all ages. The festival is from March 10th – 25th!
What Causes The Smell Of Mown Grass?
You probably know the smell of freshly-mown grass. It is a very strong smell and, for some people, is relaxing. This smell comes from the cut grass and is made
How Are Black Holes Formed?
A black hole is a place in space that is extremely dense and has a strong gravitational pull. This is because a lot of matter has been squeezed into a tiny space.
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2023!
Happy New Year everyone! Welcome to 2023! Let’s see what science adventures we will go on this year on Spectacular Science!
How Does Snow Happen?
The white, powdery precipitation called snow is a winter’s delight! It falls from the sky as snowflakes. One condition is the temperature. It has to be below freezing or below
The Three Types of Tears!
Tears are water that come from our eyes. But, there are actually different types of tears: basal, emotional, and reflex. Basal tears keep your eyes from drying out. They supply
What Are Meteor Showers and How Do They Happen?
Meteors are small bits of rock that enter Earth’s atmosphere and sometimes land on the ground. Meteors are also known as “shooting stars”. Meteor showers are caused by comets. Comets
Rate The Lunar Eclipse That Is Coming Up! November 8th, 2022
Get ready, because tonight, a total lunar eclipse is visible over the United States! Check out our post about lunar eclipses to refresh yourself. While you’re watching the lunar eclipse,
What Is Gravity?
Gravity is the force by which a planet or other body draws objects toward its center. The force of gravity keeps all of the planets in orbit around the Sun and
What Is Cellular Respiration?
Cellular respiration is the set of chemical reactions that break down glucose from our food into ATP or andosine triphosphate. The ATP is energy for the body. Cellular respiration requires
How Do We Breathe?
We breathe using our respiratory system and our lungs. Our lungs help humans breathe in Oxygen and breathe out Carbon dioxide. The lungs use tiny parts, called alveoli to help
Happy International Podcast Day!
Happy International Podcast Day! On September 30th, 2022, we recognize podcasts and podcasters of their work and spreading their stories with the world. I am so happy that my podcast
How Do Hurricanes Form Over The Ocean?
Hurricanes are a group of storm clouds that create a very dangerous storm. If you see a hurricane from space, you will see a giant swirling cloud. Hurricanes can bring
First Day of Fall In The Northern Hemisphere!
Fall is here in the Northern Hemisphere! In this post, you will learn about why leaves fall from trees during the fall! Trees are living things, just like us. They
How Do Electrical Wires Work?
This is because the material inside of the wires is a conductor. Conductors are materials that electrons can travel through easily. Conductors are usually made out of metals. Conductors are
What Are The Smaller Parts Of An Atom?
Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases! A human has more than 1 billion atoms! Atoms have
Why Is REM Sleep Important?
REM Sleep or Rapid Eye Movement Sleep is a very important stage for human health. REM Sleep is the stage when your brain is active, dreams occur, and your eyes move back
What Are Chemical Bonds?
Chemical bonds are when two or more atoms bond or stick together to form molecules that make up all the things around us! If there were no bonds, everything would
What Is The Nitrogen Cycle!
Nitrogen is an element that very common on Earth. In fact, nitrogen makes up most of the air that we breathe in. This nitrogen actually cycles through different forms and
What Are The Characteristics Of Living Things?
Living things are also called organisms! Humans, plants, and even bacteria are great examples of living things. But, what determines that a thing is living? There are a few characteristics
What Are Ocean Currents?
Ocean currents are rivers of water that move around the world. There are deep ocean currents and surface currents. Deep ocean currents are caused by differences the water’s density. Density
What Is The Carbon Cycle?
Carbon is a very common element on Earth! It is found in living things and is also found in the ocean, the air, and in the ground. Carbon is able
Why Are Electric Stoves Better Than Gas Stoves?
Electric stoves are now used in place of gas stoves because they can heat things more evenly. Electric stoves used electricity to heat up and cook food. When you turn
What Is The Difference Between Pressure and Electric Rice Cookers?
The main parts of a basic electric rice cooker are the outer pot, inner pot, the heating element, lid, and button controls. The outer pot contains the heating element. The
What Causes Snow?
The white, powdery precipitation called snow is a winter’s delight! It falls from the sky as snowflakes. One condition is the temperature. It has to be below freezing or below
How Does REM Sleep Affect Your Body?
REM Sleep or Rapid Eye Movement Sleep is a very important stage for human health. REM Sleep is the stage when your brain is active, dreams occur, and your eyes move back
How Does Earth Support Life?
There are a few reasons why Earth is the only planet in the Solar System to support life. One is that Earth is located in the “Goldilocks Zone” from the Sun. The
What Is The Difference Between Airplanes and Helicopters?
Airplanes are machines that can fly with engine or propeller power. They are able to use aerodynamics (how air and objects move) to fly. Airplanes make it so that we
What Causes The Continents On Earth To Move?
They move thanks to convection currents. Convection currents all start with density. Density is how much “stuff” (atoms and molecules) that are packed into one thing. If something has a
All About The Arctic!
When you talk about the North Pole, it can mean the North Magnetic Pole or the North Geographic Pole. In this post, we are going to focus on the North
How Do Scientists Find Exoplanets?
Planets are large objects that orbit or circle around a star, like the Sun! Planets can be made up of rocks and gases. Our Solar System is made out of
Grass Alarm Smell! The Strong Smell of Mown Grass
You probably know the smell of freshly-mown grass. It is a very strong smell and, for some people, is relaxing. This smell comes from the cut grass and is made
What Is The Galaxy That We Live In?
We live in the Milky Way galaxy!! Galaxies are large collections of stars, planets, asteroids, comets, and other space material like gases and dust held together by gravity. The Milky
What Are The Differences Between Amphibians and Reptiles?
Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrate (has a backbone) animals. Reptiles are ectothermic, meaning that they rely on the Sun’s energy to heat them up and match the temperature in the air around them.
The Providence Canyon in Georgia!
Providence Canyon State Park in Georgia is home to Providence Canyon, also known as “The Little Grand Canyon”. This canyon formed because of clearcutting of trees and farming. The land’s history
What Is Mechanical Weathering?
Weathering is the breaking down of rock by many natural agents like water, wind, and gravity. Mechanical Weathering is when rocks are broken down without a chemical change. They are changing
Why Does Copper Turn Green?
Copper naturally turns green over time as it reacts with Oxygen in the air. This chemical reaction is known as oxidation. The Oxygen and some water in the atmosphere react
How Does Recycling Work?
Recycling is the process of making used or old things into new things. Recycling usually happens with some plastics, glass, and paper. They melt/shred the materials and make new objects
What Is Green Energy?
Green Energy means a way to make power without polluting the atmosphere. Most power plants today use coal and gasoline to generate electricity. When they burn coal and gasoline, it
What Causes Objects To Slow Down On Earth?
It is all because of friction. Friction is a force that happens when two or more objects are rubbed together. This can break the object, generate heat, or make sounds.
Why Do Some Fruits Have Peels Or Shells?
Fruits are pieces of plants that have sugar inside of them. They don’t always have to be sweet to be a fruit! Fruits have either of these two things: seeds
What Causes Day And Night?
It may seem simple, but the day and night cycle on Earth has lots of moving parts that work together. Let’s start out with the Earth. The Earth spins on
How Do Fireworks Explode And Create Dazzling Colors In The Sky?
Aerial fireworks are the fireworks that you see launched into the sky! They are usually fired using rockets and mortars. These fireworks create a dazzling light show above us! They
What Causes A Low Pressure System?
Air molecules around us push down on us all the time. The air from the atmosphere takes up space, so it has mass (weight). The more atmosphere above you, the
What Causes A High Pressure System?
Air molecules around us push down on us all the time. That is air pressure. In weather, there are two types of pressure systems: high and low pressure systems. In
Why Is Hair Important?
Hair is a strand of string protein that grows out of hair follicles or tiny sacs in your skin. Hair is made up of keratin, the same material your fingernails
What Are Cells?
Cells are the makeup of every living thing! There are two types of cells: plant and animal cells. We are going to talk about Cells in general. Cells make energy
How Do Sponges Absorb Water?
Sponges are used by humans every day, from washing the dishes to cleaning up a mess! Some sponges are natural, but others are artificially made. In this post, we will
What Causes Friction?
Friction is a force that happens when two or more objects are rubbed together. This can break the object, generate heat, or make sounds. Friction is a force that blocks
What’s So Special About Titan?
Titan is the second-largest moon in the Solar System. Titan orbits around Saturn every 16 Earth days. Titan has entire oceans and seas of liquid Methane, a gas that is
What Causes Meteor Showers?
Meteors are small bits of rock that enter Earth’s atmosphere and sometimes land on the ground. Meteors are also known as “shooting stars”. Meteor showers are caused by comets. Comets
Why Are Coral Reefs Important?
Coral is often mistaken for a rock because of its hard surface! Many think it is a plant because it is rooted in the ground. Coral is a group of animals!!
What Makes The Sky Appear Blue?
The Visible light spectrum is the different colors in the white light that we see. The different colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. You can see
What’s So Special About Europa?
Europa is one of Jupiter’s moons. It takes 85 hours to orbit Jupiter. Europa is mostly made of rocks and ice. The part that really got scientists interested is water!
What Do Plants Use Sunlight For?
Plants need sunlight because plants use the Sun to make food. Chlorophyll helps plants collect the sunlight. Chlorophyll is made up of even smaller parts called Chloroplasts. Chloroplasts have a
What Are The Effects of Deforestation?
Deforestation is when people cut down large areas of forests. These trees are cut down in a way called clearcutting. Clearcutting is when all of the trees in the area
Are There Different Types of Tears?
Yes! There are different types of tears. Tears are water that come from our eyes. But, there are actually different types of tears: basal, emotional, and reflex. Basal tears keep
What Is Coral Bleaching?
Some of the coral in the ocean is actually losing its color! This is called coral bleaching and this happens when the oceans get too hot for the coral. Coral
What Makes Some Plastics Clear?
Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks of all elements.
What Is A Supermoon?
A supermoon is an astronomical event when the Moon is in the closest point to Earth in its orbit. From Earth, the Moon looks bigger and brighter during a supermoon.
What Are Placebos?
Placebos are used in clinical trials. Placebos are fake medicines or vaccines that help researchers compare people who took the medicine with people who just got a fake medication. Placebos
What Is The Global Conveyor Belt?
The Global Conveyor Belt is a series of ocean currents that move water around the world! Currents are rivers of moving water that are caused by differences in density. Density
Does Hand Sanitizer Get Rid Of All Germs?
Hand sanitizer is a quick and easy way to disinfect your hands. It kills bacteria and viruses that might make you sick, right on your hands! But, hand sanitizer doesn’t
Why Do Hummingbirds Hover?
If you have not seen a hummingbird before, it is a tiny bird and it hovers in place like a helicopter! That is the hummingbird’s specialty! Hummingbirds can hover for
A Few Million Years Ago, Antarctica Was a Rainforest! How?
Antarctica, a few million years ago, was a rainforest! Now, we see Antarctica as a giant deserts with just ice. How did this transformation happen? It all happened because of
What Makes It Easy For Cheetahs To Run So Fast?
A cheetah is a mammal that mostly lives in the African Savanna. It is covered in spots and has black markings under its eyes. Cheetahs are in the genus or
How Is Sand Turned Into Glass?
Glass is a transparent material used in plates, cups, windows, and even art! Glass is made from natural raw materials such as sand and limestone. Those materials are melted down
How Do Rockets Work?
A rocket is basically a vehicle that uses Newton’s Third Law to send things into space. Rockets are filled with fuel and when that fuel is lighted on fire, it
Spectacular Science is on YouTube!
Spectacular Science is now on YouTube! You can get experiment videos, episodes, and much more by subscribing to the Spectacular Science YouTube channel! Click here to Subscribe! By subscribing, you
Why Is Glue Sticky?
Glue is any liquids that can be applied to a surface and harden over time. Glue can be used for crafts, construction, or even surgery! Different types of glue are
How Did The Planets Form?
Planets are large objects that orbit or circle around a star, like the Sun! Planets can be made up of rocks and gases. Our Solar System is made out of
How Are Rainbows Created?
Rainbows are optical illusions that happen when light bends in water droplets and splits into different colors. Those colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. White light
What Are Electrical Circuits?
A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is made out of four parts:
How Do Fuses Help With Short Circuits?
A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is made out of four parts:
How Do Electric Cars Work?
Electric cars work differently from regular gasoline-powered cars. Regular cars work using an Internal Combustion Engine that creates a small, controlled explosion inside of the engine. That moves a piston
What Are Trees?
Trees are large plants that have a long life cycle. That’s why they are so big. The parts of trees are roots, the trunk, branches, and leaves. The leaves take
How Does Echolocation Work?
Echolocation is when animals locate objects using sound. Bats, dolphins, and other animals use echolocation. First, the animal makes a sound, which is usually high pitched. This helps the sound travel farther
What Is Evaporation?
Water, or H20, is a liquid that is found all over the Earth! Water can be in different states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. Water vapor, or steam, is
How Plastic Is Made!!
Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks of all elements.
What Is Saharan Dust?
Sahara Dust is debris such as sand, smoke, soot, and dirt that comes from the Sahara Desert in Africa. The Sahara Desert takes up 3.552 million square miles!! The Saharan Air Layer (SAL)
Why Do Flowers Wilt After They Have Been Taken Off The Plant?
Flowers are an assortment of petals and pollen that a plant produces to reproduce. The pollen of a flower contains the genetic information to make seeds and new plants. Besides being pretty,
What Is A Leaf Made Out Of?
Inside of a leaf, there are passageways that water and nutrients can travel through, but the most important and dominant part of the leaves are the chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is made
Why Does Mown Grass Have a Smell?
You probably know the smell of freshly-mown grass. It is a very strong smell and, for some people, is relaxing. This smell comes from the cut grass and is made
May 15-16 – Amazing Lunar Eclipse!
Yesterday was a total lunar eclipse over the United States! I was very excited for this eclipse to happen! Just a refresher, a lunar eclipse is when Earth’s shadow is cast on
Rate The Lunar Eclipse That Is Coming Up!
Get ready, because tonight, a total lunar eclipse is visible over the United States! Check out our post yesterday about lunar eclipses to refresh yourself. While you’re watching the lunar
What Is A Lunar Eclipse?
This happens during Lunar Eclipses. A Lunar Eclipse is when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. The Sun is shining on the Earth and the Moon is behind the
How Do 3D Movie Glasses Work?
If you have watched a 3D movie, you will have to wear special 3D viewing glasses. But, how do they work? In order for movies to appear in 3D, you
How Does Earth’s Tilt Cause Seasons?
Seasons are different climate patterns that happen throughout different times in a year! Places on Earth experience seasons at different times. Some seasons are noticeable and others are not. We
How Do Ballpoint Pens Work?
Pens work differently from pencils. Read more about pencils here! In this post, we are going to focus on the most common type of pen: the ballpoint pen. All pens use
Why Do Dogs Pant When They Are Hot?
Dogs are very playful animals! But, when they play a lot and get hot, you may notice that they start panting. Panting is when dogs inhale and exhale fast! Dogs
How Do We Hear Sounds?
Sound waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through. Sound waves are why
How Do We See Things And Know What Color They Are?
Let’s start with light. Light can be broken up into a few colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet! When we see white light coming from the Sun
What Causes The Sky To Appear Blue?
The Visible Light Spectrum is the different colors in the white light that we see. The different colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. You can see
The Phases of the Moon!
Our Moon is a natural satellite. This is a natural object that orbits or circles around a planet or star. The Moon is believed to have been an irregular piece
What Is Coral?
Coral is often mistaken for a rock because of its hard surface! Many think it is a plant because it is rooted in the ground. Coral is a group of animals!!
What is Hair And Why Is It Important?
Hair is a strand of string protein that grows out of hair follicles or tiny sacs in your skin. Hair is made up of keratin, the same material your fingernails
Why Is Water Important For Survival?
Yesterday, I wrote about why Earth is the only planet (at least for now) in our Solar System that hosts life. One of the reasons was water! In this post,
Why Is Earth The Only Planet In Our Solar System That Supports Life?
There are a few reasons why Earth is the only planet in the Solar System to support life. One is that Earth is located in the “Goldilocks Zone” from the
What Are The 3 Types of Asteroids?
Asteroids are large pieces of rock floating in space. Most of the asteroids found in our Solar System are in the Asteroid Belt. The 3 main types of asteroids are C,
What Are White Dwarf Stars?
A white dwarf is what stars become after they have used up their fuel. Near the end of its burning stage, this type of star releases most of its outer
Why Will Your Weight Change If You Are On Another Planet?
Go to projects.spectacularsci.com/calculate-your-weight-on-planets to try out my new weight calculator on planets! This will tell you how much you will weigh if you are on another planet in the Solar
Why Is Rubber So Flexible?
Rubber is a natural product, produced by plants, and is used in many of the things we use every day! Rubber is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials
What Are Exoplanets?
Planets are large objects that orbit or circle around a star, like the Sun! Planets can be made up of rocks and gases. Our Solar System is made out of
What Is The Difference Between Viruses and Bacteria?
A virus is infectious object that depends on living organisms’ cells to multiply. They are bad for living organisms and take over cells. Viruses infect a body and travel to
Earth Day 2022!! How To Go Green
Every April 22nd, we celebrate a day we call Earth Day. Earth Day is a day that we do good things for the environment. This holiday was created by Senator
How Do Black Holes Consume Stars and Matter?
A black hole is a place in space that is extremely dense and has a strong gravitational pull. This is because a lot of matter has been squeezed into a tiny space.
What Is The Kuiper Belt?
The Kuiper Belt is a donut-shaped region of icy bodies beyond the orbit of Neptune. Pluto is one of these objects found in the Kuiper Belt! There may be millions
What Caused The Formation of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge?
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a divergent tectonic plate boundary that is on the ocean floor. A divergent boundary is when two tectonic plates move apart from each other. In this case, the
How Do Pens Write?
Pens work differently from pencils. Read more about pencils here! In this post, we are going to focus on the most common type of pen: the ballpoint pen. All pens
Why Does Pollen Give Some People Allergies?
Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen is in the middle of the flower of the plant. Pollen is attached to long structures
How Does Density Change?
Density is the amount of “stuff” (molecules and atoms) that are packed into one space. Objects’ density can be found by dividing the mass (weight) of an object by the volume
What Is Light?
Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe at very high speeds! The speed of light
Why Are Bees Important For Flowers?
Bees are important in a lot of ways, but the most important is pollination. Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen is in
What Causes A Chemical Reaction?
Chemical reactions are when two or more materials combine to make a new material! The two materials usually react with each other, producing that new material. This happens when molecular
What Makes Graphite Weaker Than Diamond Even Though They Are Made Of The Same Element?
Graphite and diamonds are both made out of Carbon. Carbon is a very abundant element. But, why is diamond stronger than graphite if they are made out of the same
How Are Pencils Able To Write?
Pencil tips are made out of graphite. Graphite molecules are flat groups of carbon atoms that are stacked in layers. If you were to zoom in on the graphite, the graphite would be organized
What Are Dwarf Planets?
Dwarf planets are similar to the planets we know, but they are still different. Dwarf planets have enough mass to clump themselves in to an almost-round shape, just like planets.
What Is Run-Off Of Water?
Run-off is when precipitation (snow, rain sleet, or hail) hits the ground and drains into rivers, lakes, and oceans. This run-off is what causes accumulations or build-ups of water. Run-off
What Is Density?
Density is the amount of “stuff” (molecules and atoms) that are packed into one space. Objects’ density can be found by dividing the mass (weight) of an object by the volume
What Are Vascular Plants?
Vascular plants are plants that have a series of tubes running through their stem/trunk to their leaves. These tubes or veins are what a plant uses to transport nutrients through
What Is A Stethoscope?
A stethoscope is a instrument used by doctors and other medical specialists. It is used to measure people’s heartbeat and their breathing. It is placed on the area where the heart is or on the back. A modern stethoscope is made up of a
What Is A Neutron Star?
Neutron stars are formed when a massive star runs out of fuel and collapses in on itself. The core of the star collapses, crushing together ever proton and electron into
What Are Atoms?
Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases! A human has more than 1 billion atoms! Atoms have
How Do We Taste Things?
Taste is one of our 5 senses. It is how we think food tastes in our mouth. There are a few types of tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and savory
How Are Clouds Helpful?
Clouds are large collections of water droplets that can be frozen, but only sometimes. They form due to condensation, when water evaporates into a gas and cools down above the
What Are Constellations?
A constellation is a group of stars that have been associated with a shape. This helps humans recognize stars and groups of stars easier. Stars are giant burning balls of
What Are Some Ways Rocks Can Weather?
Weathering is when rocks get broken down into pieces. Weathering can happen in many different ways, from salt to clay to ice! We are going to focus on the 5
What Is A Supernova?
A supernova is a powerful explosion of a star when it dies. Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot! They can be up to
What Is A Comet?
Comets are giant balls of rocks and ice that orbit a star. They are made up of 3 main parts: the nucleus, the coma, and the tail. The nucleus of
What Are Owls?
Owls are nocturnal birds that live on every continent, except Antarctica. They are flying birds that eat small rodents and other small birds. Owls are carnivores, meaning that they ONLY eat meat.
How Did The Planets In The Solar System Form?
Planets are large objects that orbit or circle around a star, like the Sun! Planets can be made up of rocks and gases. Our Solar System is made out of
What Is The Planet Mars?
Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It is a terrestrial planet which means it is made out of rocks and metals. It is named after the Roman God
How Did Saturn’s Rings Form?
Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun. It is a gas giant which means it is mostly made out of thick gases. Some of those gases are Hydrogen and
What Is The Nervous System?
The nervous system is the collection of all the nerves in your body and its function is to receive and send information on what’s going with the body. The nervous
What Are The 3 Types of Heat Transfer?
Heat transfer is the spread of heat between objects. There are three types: conduction, radiation, and convection. Conduction is heat that is transferred through direct contact. Conductors are materials that
How Do SPG Nerves Cause Brain Freezes?
A brain freeze is an informal term for Sphenopalatine Ganglion Neuralgia. It is when the blood vessels in your brain expand to cause a headache! This is all caused SPG
How Do The Continents Move?
They move thanks to convection currents. Convection currents all start with density. Density is how much “stuff” (atoms and molecules) that are packed into one thing. If something has a
How Do Cumulonimbus Clouds Form?
Cumulonimbus clouds are storm clouds. Clouds are large collections of water droplets that can be frozen, but only sometimes. They form due to condensation, when water evaporates into a gas
What Are Cumulus Clouds?
Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that float high in the sky. They usually mean that the day is going to be sunny and there will be good weather. These
What Are Low Pressure Systems?
Air molecules around us push down on us all the time. The air from the atmosphere takes up space, so it has mass (weight). The more atmosphere above you, the
How Do Tornadoes Form?
Tornadoes are a rotating column of air that spins very fast. They are made up of a giant cloud that stretches from above to the ground. Tornadoes can have violent
What Are Flowers and What Is Their Purpose?
Flowers are an assortment of petals and pollen that a plant produces to reproduce. The pollen of a flower contains the genetic information to make seeds and new plants. Besides being pretty,
Why Is There So Much Pollen In The Air During Spring?
There is so much pollen in the air because lots of flowers bloom in the Spring. Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen
The Planet Jupiter!
Jupiter is the fifth planet from the Sun. It comes after the Asteroid Belt. It is a gas giant which means it is mostly made out of gases like Hydrogen
What Is The Greenhouse Effect and What Causes It?
The Greenhouse Effect is what climate change is caused by. This effect is when gases like Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Methane (CH4) are released into the atmosphere. These gases, also
What Are High Pressure Systems?
Air molecules around us push down on us all the time. That is air pressure. In weather, there are two types of pressure systems: high and low pressure systems. In
How Does Sand Form?
Sand is just rock that has been eroded. Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take
Why Do Leaves That Fall On The Ground Dry Up?
During the Fall, leaves from trees fall to the ground and the trees become dormant. Over time, those leaves on the ground start to shrink and turn brown. Then, they
How Do Plants Know When To Grow?
Plants know when to grow because of the change in temperature. As spring approaches, there will be an increase in temperature because the Earth is tilted towards the Sun. The
What Is Biofuel?
Biofuel is a form of renewable fuel that is made from recently lifeless or now living biological material (living things). Humans can convert plants and animal waste into energy that
How Does Photosynthesis Work?
Photosynthesis is the process of taking sunlight and Carbon dioxide and making it into Oxygen gas and sugar! The word “photo” means light. Photosynthesis is used by green plants, algae,
What Are Viruses?
A virus is infectious object that depends on living organisms’ cells to multiply. They are bad for living organisms and take over cells. Viruses infect a body and travel to
What Is The Differences Between Solids and Liquids?
A solid has the atoms packed tightly together, without any gaps. Solids have a definite size and shape. The solid state of matter is very common in the universe. The
What Causes Sea-Level Rise?
Sea-level rise is when the ice caps of the Earth make the ocean waters rise. The ice caps of the Earth are the North and South poles. Because of Climate
What Is The Visible Light Spectrum?
The Visible Light Spectrum is all of the colors in white light! White light from the Sun and the lights in your house has all of the colors of the
What Is Liquid Nitrogen and What Is It Used For?
Nitrogen (N) is a gas that makes up 64% of the air that we breathe! Liquid Nitrogen is the Nitrogen gas that has been supercooled. That means that the gas
Why Do Onions Make Us Cry?
When we cut onions, they make us produce tears. The onion has developed this defense to defend it from predators that might try to eat it! Each tiny cell of
What Is Dry Ice Made Out Of?
Dry ice is not just regular ice, it is special! Dry ice is the solid or frozen form of Carbon Dioxide. This means that the gas called Carbon Dioxide was
How Do Markers Work?
Markers can be permanent, easily rubbed off, and even have lots of scents! Markers bring color to our world. But, all of the action is actually happening inside of the
What Are The 3 Types of Tears?
Tears are water that come from our eyes. But, there are actually different types of tears: basal, emotional, and reflex. Basal tears keep your eyes from drying out. They supply
How Does Hair Grow?
Hair is a strand of string protein that grows out of hair follicles or tiny sacs in your skin. Hair is made up of keratin, the same material your fingernails
How Does Popcorn Pop?
Popcorn is a delicious snack that is portable and customizable! But, how does popcorn actually pop? It is all because of pressure. Inside of a kernel of popcorn, there is
What Are The Layers of a Tree’s Bark?
Just like an onion, there are many layers to a tree’s bark. The 5 main layers are the outer bark, inner bark (phloem), cambium cell layer, sapwood, and heartwood. The
What Is Glue Made Of?
Glue is any liquids that can be applied to a surface and harden over time. Glue can be used for crafts, construction, or even surgery! Different types of glue are
How Do Tectonic Plates On Earth Move?
They move thanks to convection currents. Convection currents all start with density. Density is how much “stuff” (atoms and molecules) that are packed into one thing. If something has a
How Do Tides Work?
Tides are when ocean water moves up and down the coast. There is high tide and low tide. High tide is when the water moves up the coast or advances.
What Is An Asteroid?
Asteroids are small and rocky objects that orbit around the Sun. They are smaller than planets, but are pretty big. There are lots of asteroids in our solar system. Most
What Is The Mid-Atlantic Ridge?
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a divergent tectonic plate boundary that is on the ocean floor. A divergent boundary is when two tectonic plates move apart from each other. In this
How Does Hydroelectricity Work?
Hydroelectricity or hydropower is a way of harnessing water in order to make electricity! This is a renewable source of power. Renewable resources are resources that can be replaced and
How Do Pencils Work?
Pencil tips are made out of graphite. Graphite molecules are flat groups of carbon atoms that are stacked in layers. If you were to zoom in on the graphite, the
What Are Warm-Blooded Animals?
Warm-blooded animals always have a fixed body temperature and is always different from the outside temperature. Most warm-blooded animals are vertebrates. Vertebrates are animals with a backbone. The backbone is
What Are Cold-Blooded Animals?
Cold-blooded animals are animals that rely on the outdoor temperature to determine their own body temperature. Most cold-blooded animals are invertebrates. Invertebrates are animals without a backbone. That means that
How Do Ocean Waves Form?
Waves are created by energy passing through water, causing it to move in a circular motion. However, water does not actually travel in waves. Waves transmit energy, not water, across the
What Is Rubber?
Rubber is a natural product, produced by plants, and is used in many of the things we use every day! Rubber is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials
What Is Camouflage In Animals?
Instead of standing out in a crowd, some animals like to blend in with their surroundings. That is called camouflage! Camouflage is used by animals to hide from predators and
What Are Black Holes?
A black hole is a place in space that is extremely dense and has a strong gravitational pull. This is because a lot of matter has been squeezed into a
What Is Yeast?
Yeast is a eukaryote, a living thing, like us, and is a type of fungi. The cool thing about yeast is that it is a unicellular organism, or single-celled, but
What Is Deforestation?
Deforestation is when people cut down large areas of forests. These trees are cut down in a way called clearcutting. Clearcutting is when all of the trees in the area
What Causes Smog?
Smog is a type of air pollution that usually blankets cities. The word smog comes from the mixture of smoke and fog. Smog usually happens when pollutants like Carbon dioxide
What Are Severe Thunderstorms?
Thunderstorms are storms with cumulonimbus or storm clouds. The clouds have water inside of them and the water pours down on the ground below. Thunderstorms can also have heavy winds.
Why Do Objects Slow Down?
It is all because of friction. Friction is a force that happens when two or more objects are rubbed together. This can break the object, generate heat, or make sounds.
What Are The Ways Moons Can Form?
A moon is a natural satellite that orbits around a larger object like a planet. A natural satellite is different from a human made satellite because natural satellites are produced
What Is Land Pollution?
Land pollution is when humans spill or throw things that are not natural on the land. This can cause harm. Many people litter on land which can be toxic to
What Is Water Pollution?
Water pollution is when humans dump trash and harmful or toxic chemicals into waterways like oceans, streams, rivers, and ponds. This trash and chemicals can cause problems for marine life.
What Is Air Pollution?
Air pollution is when humans put toxic chemicals or smoke into the air. This can make our air dirty. This can lead to breathing problems for humans and other animals.
What Conditions Have To Be Met To Snow?
The white, powdery precipitation called snow is a winter’s delight! It falls from the sky as snowflakes. One condition is the temperature. It has to be below freezing or below
What Are Reptiles?
Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrate (has a backbone) animals. Reptiles are ectothermic, meaning that they rely on the Sun’s energy to heat them up and match the temperature in the air
What Are Amphibians?
Amphibians are a group of animals that live part of their lives in water and part on land! They are cold-blooded, small invertebrates that need water or a moist environment
What Are Mirrors?
Mirrors are sheets of aluminum or silver that are coated in glass. Mirrors work using reflection. Reflection is a property of light. This is when light bounces off a surface.
What Is The Difference Between Air and Water Pressure?
Right now, as you are reading this, there are tons of air pushing down on you. That is air pressure. As you might know, the Earth is covered with a
What Are The 4 Forces of Flight?
The four forces of flight are lift, drag, thrust, and weight. They all work together to help an airplane fly. Lift is when the air temperature and pressure differs on
What Is Evapotranspiration?
Evapotranspiration is the process of evaporation and transpiration combined. Evaporation is when water evaporates from the ground. This is when the sunlight heats the water and turns it into a
What Are The Parts of An Atom?
Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases! A human has more than 1 billion atoms! Atoms have
What Is Adhesion of Water?
Adhesion is a property that water has. Adhesion means that water molecules like to “stick” to other water molecules and other things. That is actually why water forms in round
How Do We Smell?
The human sense of smell is really complex! It’s not just your nose: it is actually a combination of your brain and your nose cells working together. It all starts
How Is Glass Made?
Glass is a transparent material used in plates, cups, windows, and even art! Glass is made from natural raw materials such as sand and limestone. Those materials are melted down
What Are Natural Plastics?
Natural plastics are any natural material that has the polymer structure. That is a structure that has a chain of molecules. Natural plastics were used before human-made plastics were invented.
How Do Planets Orbit Around The Sun?
An orbit is a circular path around a bigger object. When a planet, like Earth orbits the Sun, it is going in circles. An orbit is caused by the gravitational
What Causes Seasons?
Seasons are different climate patterns that happen throughout different times in a year! Places on Earth experience seasons at different times. Some seasons are noticeable and others are not. We
Why Does The Sun Rise and Set?
The Sun rises and sets because of Earth’s rotation. The Earth and the planets orbit the Sun, but they also spin on their own axis,. The axis is the point
Recycling! Start 2022 With Something Good for Earth
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2022! Recycling is the process of making used or old things into new things. Recycling usually happens with some plastics, glass, and paper. They melt/shred
What Are Snowflakes?
The first snow of the season is really exciting! The snow piles up on the ground, making so many possibilities for fun, from building snowmen to having a snowball fight!!
Membership Sneak Peek! – The Fact of the Day
In this blog post, you will be getting a sneak peek of what the Spectacular Science Membership members get every day! It is the Fact of the Day!! Start your
What Is Mount Everest?
Located on the border of Tibet and Nepal, Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world. It reaches a height of 8,848 meters above sea level, which is equal to the height of 5.5 miles! Mount
What Are Glaciers?
Glaciers are large moving rivers of ice. Glaciers form when snow is compressed into a large object that is made of ice. This only happens where the temperature doesn’t reach
What Is The Milky Way?
The Milky Way is a galaxy. Galaxies are large collections of stars, planets, asteroids, comets, and other space material like gases and dust held together by gravity. The Milky Way
How Do Electric Stoves Work?
Electric stoves are now used in place of gas stoves because they can heat things more evenly. Electric stoves used electricity to heat up and cook food. When you turn
All About the North Pole – The Arctic!
When you talk about the North Pole, it can mean the North Magnetic Pole or the North Geographic Pole. In this post, we are going to focus on the North
How Does Hand Sanitizer Work?
Hand sanitizer is a quick and easy way to disinfect your hands. It kills bacteria and viruses that might make you sick, right on your hands! But, hand sanitizer doesn’t
Why Is Plastic Used In So Many Things?
Plastic is a type of polymer, or a chain of atoms and molecules. That chain pattern gives plastic some amazing abilities! They are flexible because the chains of atoms can
The Moon Changes Colors! How?
This happens during Lunar Eclipses. A Lunar Eclipse is when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. The Sun is shining on the Earth and the Moon is behind the
How Do Humans Harness The Earth’s Energy?
Deep inside of the Earth, there is a lot of energy stored. The Earth’s mantle is super hot, meaning that is has a lot of energy in it! But, how
What Are Sound Waves?
Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through. Sound Waves are why
How Do Incandescent Lights Work?
Incandescent lights were the first type of lightbulb to be created. They are different from LED Lights. Read our post about LED Lights to learn more! Incandescent lights work with
Density!
Density is the amount of “stuff” (molecules and atoms) that are packed into one space. Objects’ density can be found by dividing the mass (weight) of an object by the volume
What Are Convection Currents?
Convection currents are the movement of hot and cold things. Convection currents all start with density. Density is how much “stuff” (atoms and molecules) that are packed into one thing.
What Is Oxygen?
Oxygen or O2 is a chemical found in the universe. Humans need Oxygen to survive. Oxygen is in our atmosphere and the air that we breathe!! Oxygen helps the animals on
What Are Chemical Reactions?
Chemical reactions are when two or more materials combine to make a new material! The two materials usually react with each other, producing that new material. A great example is
How Do Electromagnets Work?
Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because the electrons, which
Why Is It Hotter During The Summer?
The Sun is the center of the Solar System. The Sun is a star, just like all of the tiny glowing dots you see in the sky at night. The
Why Is The Arctic Shrinking?
The Arctic, or the North Pole is actually shrinking! It’s ice thickness has reduced by 80% since 1980 and is rapidly reducing in size. This is all because of the
How Do Telescopes Work?
Telescopes are devices that let people see things that are far away. People at sea also use telescopes. Telescopes are most commonly used to look at space. The inventor of
How Do Our Eyes Work?
We use our eyes every day to see the world around us! Our eyes are the parts of our body that help us see. When we see things, what we’re
How Can Some Animals See In The Dark?
Some animals, like lizards and snakes, can see in the dark! This is something that only a few animals can really do. These animals can see as well in the
How Do LED Lights Work?
LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode! LED lights work because the jumping of electrons creates photons, or light. Electrons, which make up electricity, jump from an electron full side to an
What Is REM Sleep?
REM Sleep or Rapid Eye Movement Sleep is a very important stage for human health. REM sleep is the stage when your brain is active, dreams occur, and your eyes move back
Blowing on Flames! Why They Go Out
Blowing out birthday candles on a cake is an old tradition. But why does the candle go out when you blow on it? That happens for 3 different reasons. One
How Do Rocks Form?
Rocks are collections of minerals and sediment. They can form in many different ways, but we are going to focus on three of the ways. The first is cooling magma.
What Does Our Heart Do?
The heart is a part of your body that pumps blood around your body. This helps all of your other body parts like your brain function. The heart also regulates
What is Lead Contamination?
Lead (pronounced l-e-d) contamination is when Lead, a poisonous chemical gets into the water that we drink or take baths in. Water can dissolve materials very easily. This is bad
What Are The Layers of the Earth?
Believe it or not, the Earth has layers just like an onion! Let’s start at the top. The part we walk on is called the crust. It is a thin
The Steps in Which Stars Are Formed!
Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot! They can be up to 800,000 degrees Fahrenheit! Our own Sun is also a star. It supplies
What Are Galaxies?
Galaxies are large collections of stars, planets, asteroids, comets, and other space material like gases and dust. Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot!
How Can Sounds Be Loud or Soft?
Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through. Sound Waves are why
Why Do Some People Have Pollen Allergies?
Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen is in the middle of the flower of the plant. Pollen is attached to long structures
What Is A Circuit?
A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is made out of four parts:
What Are Magnetic Domains?
Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because the electrons, which
How Do Earthquakes Happen?
Earthquakes are energy that is released in the tectonic plate boundaries. Tectonic plates are giant slabs of rock that move around! The crust (outermost layer of the Earth) is made
How Are Mountains Formed?
Mountains are tall slabs of rock that pop up on the crust. Mountains can be very tall or very small, depending on how they are formed. Mountains can form because
How Do Mirrors Work?
Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe at very high speeds! The speed of light
How Do Airplanes and Helicopters Fly?
Airplanes are machines that can fly with engine or propeller power. They are able to use aerodynamics (how air and objects move) to fly. Airplanes make it so that we
What is Steam?
Steam is the vapor that we see when water evaporates or turns from a liquid to a gas. When this happens, the molecules of water drift farther and farther apart
What Are The Building Blocks of Soil?
Soil is just rock that has been weathered. Weathering is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock. This take millions of years to happen. As the
What Are The Properties of Light?
Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe at very high speeds! The speed of light
What Are Molecules?
Molecules are connections or bonds between atoms. Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases! A human has
How Does It Rain Diamonds On Uranus and Neptune?
You might think that it only rains diamonds in fairy tales or movies, but it turns out that it actually rains diamonds on Uranus and Neptune! These diamonds fall towards
How Do Sinkholes Form?
Sinkholes are large holes in the ground that form when water seeps into the ground. Limestone, a type of rock can dissolve very easily in water. As the water seeps
How Do Birds Fly?
Bird wings are shaped in a unique way, so that they create pressure differential or tiny tornadoes on their wings. When birds want to fly, the pressure is greater on
Hurricanes! What They Are
Hurricanes are a group of storm clouds that create a very dangerous storm. If you see a hurricane from space, you will see a giant swirling cloud. Hurricanes can bring
What is Bernoulli’s Principle?
Daniel Bernoulli was a famous scientist and discovered or property or principle of fluids and air. The thing that Bernoulli discovered that… Fast moving air creates an area of low
What is Acid Rain?
Acid rain is rain that has pollutants in it. It usually has air pollutants inside of it. Air pollution is when humans put toxic chemicals or smoke into the air.
How Do Fireworks Work?
Today is Diwali, also known as The Festival of Lights! People light fireworks and sparklers to celebrate! In this post, we are looking at a specific type of firework: the
What Are Bacteria?
Bacteria are single-celled organisms or living things. They are also called microorganisms. They are called this because microorganisms are living things that can not be seen with the naked eye.
What Are The 4 Types of Precipitation?
Precipitation is part of the water cycle. Precipitation is when the liquid water falls to the ground. This happens when a cloud becomes heavy and all the water will fall to
Halloween Special Experiment!! Expanding Jack-O-Lantern!
Today, October 31st, is Halloween! We decorate our homes with spooky and fun decorations, go out trick or treating, and count all of the candy you got! In this blog
How Does The Volume of Thunder Change?
Thunder happens because of lightning. Here is how lightning happens: First, we have to start off with a storm cloud. Tiny pieces of ice, which are actually frozen water droplets,
What Are Invertebrate Animals?
Invertebrates are animals without a backbone. That means that they are the opposite of vertebrate animals. Invertebrates make up 95% if the Earth’s animals! Some invertebrates have a hard covering
What Are Vertebrate Animals?
Vertebrates (pronounced ver-ti-brates) are animals with a backbone. The backbone is also known as the vertebrate! The backbone is a row of connected bones that run down the back. Vertebrates
What Is Neon?
Neon (Ne) is a colorless and odorless gas that makes up 18% of the air that we breathe! Neon is a noble gas, which means that it does not mix
How Do Cars Work?
Cars move thanks to the Internal Combustion Engine. The Internal Combustion Engine is a real mouthful to say. The Internal Combustion Engine is a mechanism found in trucks, cars, and
How Does Water Evaporate?
Water, or H20, is a liquid that is found all over the Earth! Water can be in different states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. Water vapor, or steam, is
How Are Sand Dunes Formed?
Have you ever seen a picture of a desert? Did the picture have these sand “waves”? Those wavy hill structures are called Sand Dunes. Sand Dunes are big hill-like piles
What Are River Deltas?
A River Delta is a type of wetland where a river flows into a larger body of water like an ocean or lake. Deltas can be different sizes. They can
What Are Asteroids?
Asteroids are small rocky objects that orbit the Sun. Asteroids are NOT planets. Asteroids come in all shapes and sizes and have irregular shapes. Asteroids can be made up of
What is a Microphone?
A microphone is a device that makes sound waves into electrical signals. These electrical signals are stored inside of a computer or other recording device. I actually use a podcast
What is Hail?
Hail is a type of frozen precipitation. Precipitation is part of the water cycle. Precipitation is when the liquid water falls to the ground. This happens when a cloud becomes heavy
What Are the Two Types of Weathering?
Weathering is the breaking down of rock by many natural agents like water, wind, and gravity. There are two types of weathering: Mechanical and Chemical Weathering. Mechanical Weathering is when
What is The Rock Cycle?
The Rock Cycle is the transformation of rocks over time. The different types of rock that are in the cycle are metamorphic, sedimentary, and igneous. Igneous rocks are formed by
What is Soil?
Soil is just rock that has been weathered. Weathering is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock. This take millions of years to happen. As the
Why Is Water Important For Life?
Water is a substance that is found everywhere on Earth! It can be a solid, liquid, or gas. It is necessary for life on Earth. It’s chemical compound is H2O. That means
What Happens When There Is A Short Circuit?
A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is made out of four parts:
What’s Inside Of A Leaf?
Inside of a leaf, there are passageways that water and nutrients can travel through, but the most important and dominant part of the leaves are the chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is made
Falling Leaves! Why Trees Loose Their Leaves and Go Dormant
Trees are living things, just like us. They are called organisms. You’ve seen that some trees lose all of their leaves in the fall and go dormant or in a
What Makes Something Magnetic?
Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Magnets have 2 poles: a North and
How Do Electrical Wires Transport Electricity?
This is because the material inside of the wires is a conductor. Conductors are materials that electrons can travel through easily. Conductors are usually made out of metals. Conductors are
What is Friction?
Friction is a force that happens when two or more objects are rubbed together. This can break the object, generate heat, or make sounds. Friction is a force that blocks
Conservation of Natural Resources
A natural resource is any resource that occurs in nature that is used for survival, energy, or to make money for countries. Certain places on Earth have different types or
What is Magnetism?
Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because the electrons, which
How Does Tidal Power Work?
Tidal power is a type of energy source that uses renewable materials. Renewable means that the natural resources is always there or takes a short amount of time to replace.
How Do Wind Turbines Generate Electricity?
Wind is air that is moving at high speeds. It happens when warm and cool air rise and sink. That rising and sinking action makes the air move. Warm air
How Does Solar Energy Work?
Solar cells are a sheet filled with hundreds of tiny receptors that are sensitive to the Sun’s energy. The solar cells use these receptors (Photovoltaic Receptors) to create electricity with
Run-Off of Water
Run-off is when precipitation (snow, rain sleet, or hail) hits the ground and drains into rivers, lakes, and oceans. This run-off is what causes accumulations or build-ups of water. Run-off
How Do Computers Work?
Computers are all around us. From our laptops to our everyday smartphones. A computer is an electronic device that reads and processes data. The father of a computer was Charles
The Season of Fall (Autumn)!
Fall or Autumn is a transition season between Summer and Winter. The temperature drops and the leaves on some trees fall off. That is why it is called the Fall
How Do Lithium Ion Batteries Work?
Batteries provide portable, convenient sources of power without wires. It makes many mobile devices possible! Regular dry cell batteries are the most common, but lithium ion batteries are more reliable and
Bacteria! Tiny Living Creatures
Bacteria are single-celled organisms or living things. They are also called microorganisms. They are called this because microorganisms are living things that can not be seen with the naked eye.
Soil!
Soil is just rock that has been eroded. Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take
Galaxies!
Galaxies are large collections of stars, planets, asteroids, comets, and other space material like gases and dust. Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot!
Sand!
Sand is just rock that has been eroded. Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take
Dissolution: Happens Every Day!
Dissolution is when water or another liquid, known as a solvent, dissolves a material, called a solute. Liquids dissolve different materials because the liquids break down the materials and make
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Dry Ice vs. Liquid Nitrogen
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is…Dry Ice vs. Liquid Nitrogen! Remember, please send us what type of
How Do Cheetahs Run So Fast?
A cheetah is a mammal that mostly lives in the African Savanna. It is covered in spots and has black markings under its eyes. Cheetahs are in the genus or
How Are Moons Formed?
A moon is a natural satellite that orbits around a larger object like a planet. A natural satellite is different from a human made satellite because natural satellites are produced
How Are Planets Formed?
Planets are large objects that orbit or circle around a star, like the Sun! Planets can be made up of rocks and gases. Our Solar System is made out of
How Are Auroras Formed?
Auroras are lights that are only found at the North Pole and the South Pole. They light up the night skies with red, blue, and pink colors! These are known
Why Do Flames Go Out When You Blow On It?
Blowing out birthday candles on a cake is an old tradition. But why does the candle go out when you blow on it? That happens for 3 different reasons. One
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Natural Resources
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is…Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Natural Resources! Remember, please send us what type of
Climate Change = Sea-Level Rise
Sea-level rise is when the ice caps of the Earth make the ocean waters rise. The ice caps of the Earth are the North and South poles. Because of Climate
5 Ways Rocks Can Weather
Weathering is when rocks get broken down into pieces. Weathering can happen in many different ways, from salt to clay to ice! We are going to focus on the 5
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Mechanical Weathering vs. Chemical Weathering
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is…Mechanical Weathering vs. Chemical Weathering! Remember, please send us what type of
How Do Hurricanes Form?
Hurricanes are a group of storm clouds that create a very dangerous storm. If you see a hurricane from space, you will see a giant swirling cloud. Hurricanes can bring
The History of the Internet!
The Internet is what you are using right NOW to read this blog post! The Internet is a series of computers that are linked together. Today, millions of computers are
Nonrenewable Natural Resources
A natural resource is any resource that occurs in nature that is used for survival, energy, or to make money for countries. Certain places on Earth have different types or
Renewable Natural Resources
A natural resource is any resource that occurs in nature that is used for survival, energy, or to make money for countries. Certain places on Earth have different types or
How Do Fuels From Inside The Earth Form Naturally?
Fossil fuels are a liquid that is very easy to burn. They are there fuels found inside of the Earth. That means that fossil fuels are flammable. These fuels are
Natural Resources!
A natural resource is any resource that occurs in nature that is used for survival, energy, or to make money for countries. Certain places on Earth have different types or
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Natural Plastics vs. Human-Made Plastics
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Natural Plastics vs. Human-Made Plastics! Remember, please send us what type
Neon!
Neon (Ne) is a colorless and odorless gas that makes up 18% of the air that we breathe! Neon is a noble gas, which means that it does not mix
How Are Stars Formed?
Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot! They can be up to 800,000 degrees Fahrenheit! Our own Sun is also a star. It supplies
How Do Electric Rice Cookers Work?
Electric rice cookers work in a similar way as a pressure cooker. Read about pressure cookers here! (spectacularsci.com/2021/01/pressure-cookers/) The main parts of a basic electric rice cooker are the outer
Lift, Drag, Thrust, and Weight: The Four Forces of Flight
Airplanes are machines that can fly with engine or propeller power. They are able to use aerodynamics (how air and objects move) to fly. Airplanes make it so that we
Hail!
Hail is a type of frozen precipitation. Precipitation is part of the water cycle. Precipitation is when the liquid water falls to the ground. This happens when a cloud becomes heavy
Air Pollution + Rain = Acid Rain
What is Acid Rain? Acid rain is rain that has pollutants in it. It usually has air pollutants inside of it. Air pollution is when humans put toxic chemicals or
Vaccines!
A vaccine is a weakened or dead virus or bacteria that gets injected in your body. Your immune system cells will fight the “virus” and you will not get sick.
Different Ways Mountains Are Formed!
Mountains are tall slabs of rock that pop up on the crust. Mountains can be very tall or very small, depending on how they are formed. Mountains can form because
What is Smoke?
Smoke is usually produced when something is burned. Smoke is made up of bits of soot, and lots of other gases like Carbon dioxide. Smoke can have a variety of
Virus Alert!!
A virus is infectious object that depends on living organisms’ cells to multiply. They are bad for living organisms and take over cells. Viruses infect a body and travel to
Teeny Tiny Plastics: A Big Problem
Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks of all elements.
The Heart! Your Body’s Engine
The heart is a part of your body that pumps blood around your body. This helps all of your other body parts like your brain function. The heart also regulates
Diamond Rain!
On Uranus & Neptune, it rains… diamonds?!?!! You might think that it only rains diamonds in fairy tales or movies, but it turns out that it actually rains diamonds on
Owls! Amazing Birds
Owls are nocturnal birds that live on every continent, except Antarctica. They are flying birds that eat small rodents and other small birds. Owls are carnivores, meaning that they ONLY eat meat.
Steam!
Steam is the vapor that we see when water evaporates or turns from a liquid to a gas. When this happens, the molecules of water drift farther and farther apart
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!: Batteries vs. Current Electricity!
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Batteries vs. Current Electricity! Remember, please send us what type of
Why Are Most Invertebrate Animals Small?
Invertebrates are animals without a backbone. That means that they are the opposite of vertebrate animals. Invertebrates make up 95% if the Earth’s animals! Some invertebrates have a hard covering
How is Plastic Made?
Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks of all elements.
How Do Wind Turbines Convert Wind Into Electricity?
Wind is air that is moving at high speeds. It happens when warm and cool air rise and sink. That rising and sinking action makes the air move. Warm air
Why is Soap Important For Washing Hands?
We all are using soap a lot these days. But, how does it really work? Well, there are tiny pin-shaped molecules in soap. Those pin-shaped molecules have two parts to
Why are Bees Important?
Bees are important in a lot of ways, but the most important is pollination. Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen is in
What are Cells and Why are They Important?
Cells are the makeup of every living thing! There are two types of cells: plant and animal cells. We are going to talk about Cells in general. Cells make energy
Plants!
Plants and trees are all around us. They are the grass you run on and the trees that are towering above you. Trees are large plants that have a long
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!: Vertebrates vs. Invertebrates
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Vertebrates vs. Invertebrates! Remember, please send us what type of animal
How Does Snow Form?
Snow is a type of precipitation that is frozen. Precipitation is part of the water cycle. Precipitation is when liquid water falls to the ground. This happens when a cloud becomes
What is the Process of Experimentation?
The process of experimentation or the scientific method is a process that scientists use to conduct experiments. If you want to learn more about science and the scientific method, check
Why is it Cold in the Arctic and Antarctic?
The Arctic and Antarctic are known for the cold climate. This is due to the way the Earth orbits the Sun. The Earth’s orbit is not a perfect circle. There
Why is There Sand at Beaches?
Sand is just rock that has been eroded. Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take
Climate Change Causes Sea-Level Rise
Sea-level rise is when the ice caps of the Earth make the ocean waters rise. The ice caps of the Earth are the North and South poles. Because of Climate
Why Do Flowers Smell Good?
Flowers are an assortment of petals and pollen that a plant produces to reproduce. The pollen of a flower contains the genetic information to make seeds and new plants. Besides being pretty,
How Do Refrigerators Work?
A Refrigerator is a device that keeps food inside of it cool to preserve it. Here is how a Refrigerator works. First, a fluid called Refrigerant is pumped from a
How Do Microwaves Heat Up Our Food?
Microwaves are a very complicated machine, but let me break it down for you. First, there is a device inside of the microwave called a Magnetron. This Magnetron produces microwaves,
What is Erosion?
Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take millions of years to happen. As the wind
How Do Rain Clouds Form?
Clouds are large collections of water droplets that can be frozen, but only sometimes. They form due to condensation, when water evaporates into a gas and cools down above the
How is Paper Recycled?
You use paper just about everywhere you go! Paper was a revolutionary invention because it is used in a countless amount of things: from books, to masks! Paper is just
Steve Spangler Science STEM Science Kit: Electricity Science!
This kit has it all: human circuits, conductors and insulators of electricity, and static electricity! With this kit, you have your own electricity lab! The kit was packaged very neatly.
The Amazing Telescopes! Changed Astronomy Forever
What are Telescopes? Telescopes are devices that let people see things that are far away. People at sea also use telescopes. Telescopes are most commonly used to look at space.
The Sun in the Summer!
The Sun is the center of the Solar System. The Sun is a star, just like all of the tiny glowing dots you see in the sky at night. The
What is Paper and How is it Made?
You use paper just about everywhere you go! Paper was a revolutionary invention because it is used in a countless amount of things: from books, to masks! Paper is just
Why Do Helium Balloons Float in the Air?
Helium (He) is an element that is found all over the universe. It is the second most-abundant element in the universe! It is also the second lightest element in the
How Do Batteries Work?
Batteries provide portable, convenient sources of power without wires. It makes many mobile devices possible! The common type of battery is called the dry cell battery. There are three parts
What is Refraction?
Refraction is when light bends or slows down. Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe
Why are Some Fruits Multi-Layered and Protected?
What are Fruits? Fruits are pieces of plants that have sugar inside of them. They don’t always have to be sweet to be a fruit! Fruits have either of these
Why are Some Sounds Loud and Others Not?
Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through. Sound Waves are why
Is Cooking a Chemical Change?
Chemical changes are changes in the molecular structure of a substance. Usually in a Chemical Change, a new substance is formed. There are a few indicators that tell you that
Why Does the Volume of a Thunderclap Vary or Change?
How Does Thunder Happen? Thunder happens because of lightning. Here is how lightning happens: First, we have to start off with a storm cloud. Tiny pieces of ice, which are
Make Your Own Oobleck!
Oobleck is a Non-Newtonian fluid. What is a Non-Newtonian Fluid? A Non-Newtonian fluid is a substance that behaves like a solid and a liquid! If force is applied to the
The Internet! Connect People From Around the World
What is the Internet? The Internet is what you are using right NOW to read this blog post! The Internet is a series of computers that are linked together. Today,
Air Pollution: Fueling Climate Change
Air pollution is when humans put toxic chemicals or smoke into the air. This can make our air dirty. This can lead to breathing problems for humans and other animals.
How Do Mountains Form?
Mountains are tall slabs of rock that pop up on the crust. Mountains can be very tall or very small, depending on how they are formed. Mountains can form because
Why Does Soap Make Our Skin Dry?
Soap makes our skin feel dry and itchy because it cleans the natural oils that are produced by our skin. How does soap clean the natural oils? Well, there are
How Does Soap Work?
We all are using soap a lot these days. But, how does it really work? Well, there are tiny pin-shaped molecules in soap. Those pin-shaped molecules have two parts to
Evaporation!! A Big Part of the Water Cycle
How Does Water Evaporate Into Water Vapor? Water, or H20, is a liquid that is found all over the Earth! Water can be in different states of matter: solids, liquids,
Why Do Soap Bubbles Pop So Easily?
Bubbles pop easily in many situations. The first situation is when they come in contact with oil and dirt. Our hands have oil and dirt on them! A soap bubble
Why is Climate Change Speeding Up?
What is Climate Change? Climate Change is when the Earth’s temperature changes because of the environment. The temperature is changing because of Greenhouse Gases. These gases are produced whenever we
What’s Up With This Summer Heat in The Northern Hemisphere?
Why is it Warmer During the Summer? Here in the Northern hemisphere of the Earth, it’s summertime! The season, Summer, can be hotter or cooler depending on where you live,
Is It Windy In Here??
What is Wind and How is it Made? Wind is air that is moving at high speeds. It happens when warm and cool air rise and sink. That rising and
How Do Birds Soar in the Air?
How Do Birds Soar in the Air? Bird wings are shaped in a unique way, so that they create pressure differential or tiny tornadoes on their wings. That lifts them
What Makes a Metal Magnetic?
What Makes a Metal Magnetic? Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Magnets have
Why Are Days Longer in the Summer, Than the Winter?
Why Are Days Longer in the Summer, Than the Winter? Days are longer during the Summer and shorter during the Winter because of the Earth’s tilt. Earth is slightly tilted
Water Pollution: A Big Problem
What is Water Pollution? Water pollution is when humans dump trash and harmful or toxic chemicals into waterways like oceans, streams, rivers, and ponds. This trash and chemicals can cause
How Do We See Colors?
How Do We See Colors? Let’s start with light. Light can be broken up into a few colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet! When we see white
Why Do Plants Need Sunlight?
Why Do Plants Need Sunlight? Plants need sunlight because plants use the Sun to make food. Chlorophyll helps plants collect the sunlight. Chlorophyll is made up of even smaller parts
What Makes a Fruit, a Fruit?
What Makes a Fruit, a Fruit? Fruits are piece of plants that have sugar inside of them. They don’t always have to be sweet to be a fruit! Fruits have
Steve Spangler Science STEM Science Kit: Amazing Scientist!
I am a very big fan of Mr. Steve Spangler’s T.V. shows, science toys, and camps. When I got this “Amazing Scientist” kit, I was thrilled!!! This kit is just
Mirrors!
What is Light? Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe at very high speeds! The
The Scientific Method!
This website is all about science. The podcast is too. But, what is the scientific method that scientists use to conduct experiments! Read this post to find out! What is
Liquid Nitrogen!
What is Liquid Nitrogen? Nitrogen (N) is a gas that makes up 64% of the air that we breathe! Liquid Nitrogen is the Nitrogen gas that has been supercooled. That
What is Sea-Level Rise?
What is Sea-Level Rise? Sea-level rise is when the ice caps of the Earth make the ocean waters rise. The ice caps of the Earth are the North and South
Why is the Equator the Warmest Place on Earth?
Why is the Equator the Warmest Place on Earth? The Equator is the halfway point on Earth. Even though there are lots of other places on Earth that are hotter,
What Happens During a Solar Eclipse?
What Happens During a Solar Eclipse? A Solar Eclipse is a natural phenomenon when the Moon blocks part of or the full Sun when viewed from Earth. Solar Eclipses only
How Do Clouds Move Around The World?
What are Clouds? Clouds are large collections of water droplets that can be frozen, but only sometimes. They form due to condensation, when water evaporates into a gas and cools
How Do Flowers Turn Into Fruits?
What are Flowers? Flowers are an assortment of petals and pollen that a plant produces to reproduce. The pollen of a flower contains the genetic information to make seeds and new plants.
Dissolution!
What is Dissolution? Dissolution is when water or another liquid, known as a solvent, dissolves a material, called a solute. Liquids dissolve different materials because the liquids break down the
Physical Appearances/Changes of Objects
What are Physical Apperances/Changes? Physical appearances are what matter looks like or feels like. That can be a color, size, or texture. Physical changes are any change in physical properties.
Chemical Reactions
What are Chemical Reactions? Chemical reactions are when two or more materials combine to make a new material! A great example is when you mix baking soda and vinegar to
Crush A Soda Can With… Air?!?
Use the experiment video below to do this experiment yourself! Then, read the explanation below the video that tells you what happened. What Happened During the Experiment? When you poured
What Happens When Greenhouse Gases Collect in Earth’s Atmosphere?
What Happens When Greenhouse Gases Collect in Earth’s Atmosphere? Greenhouse gases are special types of gases that can trap heat in Earth’s atmosphere. They are called Greenhouse gases because they
How Does Water Evaporate Into Water Vapor?
How Does Water Evaporate Into Water Vapor? Water, or H20, is a liquid that is found all over the Earth! Water can be in different states of matter: solids, liquids,
How Does Water Freeze Into Ice?
How Does Water Freeze Into Ice? Water, or H20, is a liquid that is found all over the Earth! Water can be in different states of matter: solids, liquids, and
Microplastics
What is Plastic? Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks
How is Wind Made?
How is Wind Made? Wind is air that is moving at high speeds. It happens when warm and cool air rise and sink. That rising and sinking action makes the
The Amazing Oxygen! We All Need It!
What is Oxygen? Oxygen or O2 is a chemical found in the universe. Humans need Oxygen to survive. Oxygen is in our atmosphere and the air that we breathe!! Oxygen helps
How Can The Moon Change Color During a Lunar Eclipse?
What are Lunar Eclipses? A Lunar Eclipse is when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. The Sun is shining on the Earth and the Moon is behind the Earth.
Reflection, Refraction, and Absorption! The Properties of Light!
What is Light? Light is a type of energy that is made up of tiny particles called photons. These photons can zip around the universe at very high speeds! The
Are Steam and Smoke the Same?
Are Steam and Smoke the Same? The answer is no, they are not the same thing. Steam is the vapor that we see when water evaporates or turns from a
Sound Waves All Around Us!
What are Sound Waves? Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through.
What Impact Can Moons Have On Planets?
What Impact Can Moons Have on Planets? A moon is a natural satellite that orbits around a larger object like a planet. Moons can have an impact on it’s planet.
How Do Cars Move?
How Do Cars Move? Cars move thanks to the Internal Combustion Engine. The Internal Combustion Engine is a real mouthful to say. The Internal Combustion Engine is a mechanism found
Why is Plastic Bad For The Environment?
What is Plastic? Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks
Stars!
What are Stars? Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot! They can be up to 800,000 degrees fahrenheit! Our own Sun is also a
Plastic!
What is Plastic? Plastic is a type of polymer. Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!: Insulators vs. Conductors of Electricity
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Insulators vs. Conductors of Electricity! Remember, please send us what type
Moons!
What is a Moon? We have written about specific moons like Titan, Europa, and our own Moon! Please check those posts out! We have also done an episode about moons!
Magnetic Domains!
What is Magnetism? Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!! Moon Showdown! – Europa vs. Titan
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Europa vs. Titan! Europa is one of Jupiter’s moons. Remember, please
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Permanent Magnets vs. Electromagnets
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Permanent Magnets vs. Electromagnets! Remember, please send us what side you
Fossil Fuels and Climate Change
What are Fossil Fuels? Fossil fuels are a liquid that is very easy to burn. That means that fossil fuels are flammable. These fuels are formed by decaying plants and
Polymers!
What are Polymers? Polymers are certain materials that have atoms that are bonded together in a link pattern. Atoms are the tiny building blocks of all elements. When atoms bond
Electromagnets!
What is Magnetism? Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Vascular vs. Non-Vascular Plants!
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Vascular vs. Non-Vascular Plants! Remember, please send us what side you
Magnetism!
What is Magnetism? Magnetism is an invisible force that attracts or repels certain objects. Magnets attract or repel things made out of iron, nickel, and cobalt. Objects are magnetic because
Severe Thunderstorms
What are Severe Thunderstorms and What Do They Contain? Thunderstorms are storms with cumulonimbus or storm clouds. The clouds have water inside of them and the water pours down on
Molecules!
What are Molecules? Molecules are connections or bonds between atoms. Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases!
Photosynthesis!
What is Photosynthesis? Photosynthesis is the process of taking sunlight and Carbon dioxide and making it into Oxygen gas and sugar! The word “photo” means light. Photosynthesis is used by
Where Does Oxygen Come From?
What is Oxygen? Oxygen or O2 is a chemical found in the universe. Humans need Oxygen to survive. Oxygen is in our atmosphere and the air that we breathe!! Oxygen helps
Why Are Leaves Green?
Why are Leaves Green? Leaves are green because of a green part of the leaf called Chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is made up of even smaller parts called Chloroplasts. Chloroplasts have a
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Air Pressure vs. Water Pressure?
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Air Pressure vs. Water Pressure! Remember, please send us what side
Insulators and Conductors of Electricity!
What is an Electrical Circuit? A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Newtonian Fluids vs. Non-Newtonian Fluids
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Newtonian Fluids vs. Non-Newtonian Fluids! Remember, please send us what side
Are Cement and Concrete the Same Thing?
The short answer is no, Concrete is not the same as Cement. Here’s why: What is Concrete and What is Cement? Concrete is a mix of rocks, powders, chemicals, and
Short Circuits! A Big Electrical Problem!!
What is an Electrical Circuit? A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is
Earth Day 2021! How to Help the Earth!
What is Earth Day? Every April 22nd, we celebrate a day we call Earth Day. Earth Day is a day that we do good things for the environment. This holiday
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Airplanes vs. Helicopters!
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Airplanes vs. Helicopters! Remember, please send us what side you agree
The Gas State of Matter!
What is Matter? Matter is anything in the universe that is made out of atoms. Atoms are tiny building blocks of all things. Check out our post on atoms! Matter
The Liquid State of Matter!
What is Matter? Matter is anything in the universe that is made out of atoms. Atoms are tiny building blocks of all things. Check out our post on atoms! Matter
The Solid State of Matter!
What is Matter? Matter is anything in the universe that is made out of atoms. Atoms are tiny building blocks of all things. Check out our post on atoms! Matter
Circuits!
What is a Circuit? A circuit is a path that current electricity or electrons can flow through. Current electricity is a type of human-made electricity. A simple circuit is made
Atoms!
What are Atoms? Atoms are the microscopic building blocks of the universe. They make up almost ANY material including solids, liquids, and gases! A human has more than 1 billion
Natural Electricity vs. Human-made Electricity
Natural Electricity Natural electricity means that electricity is created in the natural world. Natural electricity can not be controlled by humans. This type of electricity happens naturally without any human
Static Electricity!
What is Static Electricity? Static electricity is naturally occurring electricity which is caused by the buildup of electrons. Electrons are the negatively charged parts of an atom. Atoms are the
Masks! How They Keep Us Safe
What are Masks? Masks are a piece of cloth or paper that people wear to cover their noses and mouths. Wuh Lien-tuh was a Chinese doctor that invented masks in
Pollen Allergies!
What is Pollen? Pollen is a sticky substance that is found inside of most flowering plants. Pollen is in the middle of the flower of the plant. Pollen is attached
How Do Volcanoes Erupt?
How Do Volcanoes Erupt? Just a quick note, if you want to learn more about volcanoes, check out our episode on this very topic! First we have to talk about
Bernoulli’s Principle!
What is Bernoulli’s Principle? Daniel Bernoulli was a famous scientist and discovered or property or principle of fluids and air. The thing that Bernoulli discovered that… Fast moving fluids or
Sir Isaac Newton’s Third Law of Motion!
NOTE: Check out the previous posts about Isaac Newton’s first law of motion and Isaac Newton’s second law of motion. What is Isaac Newton’s Third Law of Motion? Sir Isaac
Sir Isaac Newton’s Second Law of Motion!
NOTE: Check out the previous post about Isaac Newton’s first law of motion. What is Isaac Newton’s Second Law of Motion? Sir Isaac Newton’s first law of motion is basically
Sir Isaac Newton’s First Law of Motion!
What is Isaac Newton’s First Law of Motion? Sir Isaac Newton’s first law of motion is basically an action that Sir Isaac Newton, a famous scientist and mathematician, observed in
mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines!
What is a Vaccine? A vaccine is a weakened or dead virus or bacteria that gets injected in your body. Your immune system cells will fight the “virus” and you
Different Types of Precipitation!
What is Precipitation? Precipitation is part of the water cycle. Precipitation is when the liquid water falls to the ground. This happens when a cloud becomes heavy and all the
Lead Contamination in Water
What is Lead Contamination? Lead (pronounced l-e-d) contamination is when Lead, a poisonous chemical gets into the water that we drink or take baths in. Water can dissolve materials very
The Internet!!
What is the Internet? The Internet is what you are using right NOW to read this blog post! The Internet is a series of computers that are linked together. Today,
Naturally- Harnessed Electricity and Human- Harnessed Electricity
Naturally- Harnessed Electricity! Naturally- Harnessed electricity means that electricity is created in the natural world. Naturally-harnessed electricity can not be controlled by humans. This type of electricity happens naturally without
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!: Tornadoes vs. Thunderstorms
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Tornadoes vs. Thunderstorms. Which one is more interesting or cooler?
Air Pressure!
What is Air Pressure? Right now, as you are reading this, there are tons of air pushing down on you. That is air pressure. As you might know, the Earth
Tornadoes
What is a Tornado? Tornadoes are a rotating column of air that spins very fast. They are made up of a giant cloud that stretches from above to the ground.
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!! Spring vs. Fall (Autumn)
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Spring vs. Fall (Autumn)! Remember, please send us what side you
Plants and Flowers: Two Important Things in Nature
Plants Plants and trees are all around us. They are the grass you run on and the trees that are towering above you. Trees are large plants that have a
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Neon vs. Helium
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Neon vs. Helium! This is a special debate because Neon
The 4 Seasons!
What are Seasons? Seasons are differences in the Earth’s orbit around the Sun. The Earth is slightly tilted. that is what causes the seasons! Places around the Earth experience the
The Visible Light Spectrum!
What is the Visible Light Spectrum? The Visible Light Spectrum is all of the colors in white light! White light from the Sun and the lights in your house has
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Regular Birds vs. Hummingbirds
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Regular Birds vs. Hummingbirds! Hummingbirds and regular birds have some
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Solar Eclipse vs. Lunar Eclipses
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Solar Eclipses vs. Lunar Eclipses! Remember, please send us what side
Airplanes and Helicopters!
Airplanes Airplanes are machines that can fly with engine or propeller power. They are able to use aerodynamics (how air and objects move) to fly. Airplanes make it so that
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!: Physical Changes vs. Chemical Changes
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Physical Changes vs. Chemical Changes! Remember, please send us what side
Birds! Masters of Flight
People Try to Fly!! Birds have inspired humans with their ability to fly! Humans have been trying to attach man-made wings and have been trying to fly like birds. Even
How Do Hummingbirds Hover When They Are Flying?
How Do Hummingbirds Hover? If you have not seen a hummingbird before, it is a tiny bird and it… HOVERS in place like a helicopter!??!! That is the hummingbird’s specialty!
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Solar Cells vs. Wind Turbines
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Solar Cells vs. Wind Turbines. Remember, please send us what side
Why Do Birds Migrate?
Migration of Animals Migration is when an animal goes from one place to another to escape climate patterns, to escape seasonal predators, or to find more food. Migration is key
Flowers!
What are Flowers? Flowers are an assortment of petals and pollen that a plant produces to reproduce. The pollen of a flower contains the genetic information to make seeds and
Run-Off of Water!!
What is Run-Off? Run-off is when precipitation (snow, rain sleet, or hail) hits the ground and drains into rivers, lakes, and oceans. This run-off is what causes accumulations or build-ups
Mechanical Weathering and Chemical Weathering!
What is Weathering? Weathering is the breaking down of rock by many natural agents like water, wind, and gravity. There are two types of weathering: Mechanical and Chemical Weathering. Mechanical
How is Paper Made?
What is Paper? You use paper just about everywhere you go! Paper has been around for thousands of years. Paper is just old trees that have been mashed up and
Sand Dunes!
What are Sand Dunes? Have you ever seen a picture of a desert? Did the picture have these sand “waves”? Those wavy hill structures are called Sand Dunes. Sand Dunes
Sinkholes!
What are Sinkholes? Sinkholes are large holes in the ground that form when water seeps into the ground. Limestone, a type of rock can dissolve very easily in water. As
States of Matter!
The three states of Matter are solids, liquids, and gases. This will cover how the molecules will look like when they are in these different forms. Solids The molecules in
Water’s 3 States of Matter!
Solid Water can be a solid! Water can be solid when the molecules in the water are packed tightly together. This usually happens when the water gets cold. A great
Brain Freezes! Sphenopalatine Ganglion Neuralgia!!
To learn more, check out this article about the SPG nerves! What is a Brain Freeze? A brain freeze is an informal term for Sphenopalatine Ganglion Neuralgia. It is when
How Do Airplanes Fly?
What are Airplanes? Airplanes are machines that can fly with engine or propeller power. They are able to use aerodynamics (how air and objects move) to fly. Airplanes make it
Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) Nerves!
What are SPG Nerves? SPG nerves or the sphenopalatine ganglion are a bundle of nerves located on the roof of your mouth. These nerves are very sensitive to cold things.
Earthquakes!!
What are Earthquakes and How Do They Happen? Earthquakes are energy that is released in the tectonic plate boundaries. Tectonic plates are giant slabs of rock that move around! The
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Viruses Vs. Bacteria!
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Viruses vs. Bacteria. Remember, please send us what side you agree
The Magnificent Trees!!
What are Trees and How Do They Help The World? Trees are large plants that have a long life cycle. That’s why they are so big. The parts of trees
Our Solar System!!!
What is Our Solar System? The Solar System is a system of planets, comets, dwarf planets, dust, gas, and asteroids that orbit the Sun. The Solar System is a giant pancake
The Power of Computers!!
What are Computers and Who Invented Them? Computers are all around us. From our laptops to our everyday smartphones. A computer is an electronic device that reads and processes data.
Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep: How it Affects Your Body!
What is REM Sleep? REM Sleep or Rapid Eye Movement Sleep is a very important stage for human health. REM Sleep is the stage when your brain is active, dreams occur, and
How Are Fossil Fuels Created?
What are Fossil Fuels? Fossil fuels are a liquid that is very easy to burn. That means that fossil fuels are flammable. These fuels are formed by decaying plants and
Mountains: How They Are Formed!
What are Mountains? Mountains are tall slabs of rock that pop up on the crust. Mountains can be very tall or very small, depending on how they are formed. Mountains
River Deltas!
What is a River Delta? A River Delta is a type of wetland where a river flows into a larger body of water like an ocean or lake. Deltas can
Why is the Sky Blue?
Visible Light Spectrum The Visible light spectrum is the different colors in the white light that we see. The different colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
FUN FACT Session!!!
Here are 8 FUN FACTS About Science!!!! When you chop something with a knife, the knife and the object don’t even touch. This is because electromagnetic forces are repelling each
How Do Neon Signs Work?
What is Neon? Neon (Ne) is a colorless and odorless gas that makes up 18% of the air that we breathe! Neon is a noble gas, which means that it
Helium!
What is Helium? Helium (He) is an element that is found all over the universe. It is the second most-abundant element in the universe! It is also the second lightest
Erosion
What is Erosion? Erosion is when wind, water, or other natural agent wears away at rock and takes it to a new place. This take millions of years to happen.
Microphones: A New Era of Sound
What is a Microphone? A microphone is a device that makes sound waves into electrical signals. These electrical signals are stored inside of a computer or other recording device. FUN
Green Energy!!
What is Green Energy? Green Energy means a way to make power without polluting the atmosphere. Most power plants today use coal and gasoline to generate electricity. When they burn
The 3 Types of Pollution
What is Pollution? Pollution is when humans and other animals cause harm to environment. They can spill harmful chemicals or throw waste everywhere. Pollution can cause harm to the living
The Heart!
What is the Heart? The Heart is a part of your body that pumps blood around your body. This helps all of your other body parts like your brain function.
Telescopes!!
What are Telescopes? Telescopes are devices that let people see things that are far away. People at sea also use telescopes. Telescopes are most commonly used to look at space.
Vascular Plants!
What are Vascular Plants? Vascular plants are plants that have a series of tubes running through their stem/trunk to their leaves. These tubes or veins are what a plant uses
The Fire Triangle!
REMEMBER, NEVER EVER use fire related products WITHOUT an ADULT’s help!!! What is the Fire Triangle? The Fire Triangle is a visual that represents what a fire needs to burn.
Clouds!
What are Clouds? Clouds are made up of frozen water droplets that float high in the air. They make the cloud’s fluffy coating. There actually different types of clouds that
Rainbows!!
Side Note!!: Roy G. Biv is the acronym for the colors of a rainbow! What are Rainbows? Rainbows are optical illusions that happen when light bends in water droplets and
Titan!! One of Saturn’s Moons
What is Titan? Titan is the second-largest moon in the Solar System. Titan orbits around Saturn every 16 Earth days. Titan has entire oceans and seas of liquid Methane, a
Europa: One of Jupiter’s Moons!
What is Europa? Europa is one of Jupiter’s moons. It takes 85 hours to orbit Jupiter. Europa is mostly made of rocks and ice. The part that really got scientists
FUN Fact Session!!
We are writing a special blog post that has 10 FUN Facts!! So without further ado, the FUN Fact session!! FUN Facts!!! Did you know that… if you stacked up
Pitch, Frequency, and Volume!! Sound Waves Everywhere!!!
What are Sound Waves? Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through.
The Sun!!!
What is the Sun? The Sun is the center of the Solar System. The Sun is a star, just like all of the tiny glowing dots you see in the
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Oxygen vs. Carbon Dioxide
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is… Oxygen vs. Carbon Dioxide. Remember, please send us what side
The Wonderful Water!!!
What is Water? Water is a substance that is found everywhere on Earth! It can be a solid, liquid, or gas. It is necessary for life on Earth. It’s chemical
The Discovery of Penicillin
What is Penicillin? Penicillin is a type of Fungus that was used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are when bacteria infect the cells in your body. Penicillin is also
Cells!!
What are Cells? Cells are the makeup of every living thing! There are two types of cells: plant and animal cells. We are going to talk about Cells in general.
Permafrost and Climate Change
What is Permafrost? Permafrost, also known as Permanent Frost, is a layer of ice that stays frozen all year round. The Permafrost is mostly found near the North and South
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Are Fungi More Beneficial or Harmful?
This blog post is another a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is…Fungi – Are they mostly good or bad? Remember, please send
Pressure Cookers!
How Do Pressure Cookers Cook Food? Pressure cookers use the pressure of water vapor or steam trapped inside of a closed container to cook food like rice. As the water
Spectacular Science DEBATE POST!!!: Viruses – Are They Alive or Not?
This blog post is a debate showdown! We take topics and make them into a debate!! Today’s topic is…Viruses – Are they alive or not? Viruses are Living! Viruses are
Bacteria!!
What are Bacteria? Bacteria are single-celled organisms or living things. They are also called microorganisms. They are called this because microorganisms are living things that can not be seen with
The Super-Fungus, Yeast!!
Check out our episode about Yeast!! What is Yeast? Yeast is a eukaryote, a living thing, like us, and is a type of fungi. The cool thing about yeast is
Greenhouse Effect!!: Is It Hot In Here?
The Greenhouse Effect is what climate change is caused by. This effect is when gases like Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Methane (CH4) are released into the atmosphere. These gases, also
The Nervous System: A Chain of Communicative Cells!!
NOTE: Check out our episode about the Nervous System!! What is the Nervous System? The nervous system is the collection of all the nerves in your body and its function
Auroras!!!
What are Auroras? Auroras are lights that are only found at the North Pole and the South Pole. They light up the night skies with red, blue, and pink colors!
Non-Newtonian Fluids!!
NOTE: Check out our episode about Matter!! What is a Non-Newtonian Fluid? A Non-Newtonian fluid is a substance that behaves like a solid and a liquid! If force is applied
Our Body’s Heroes!! White Blood Cells
What are White Blood Cells? White Blood Cells are cells in your body that are part of the Immune System. The Immune System is your body’s inner defense system. They
Sound Waves
What are Sound Waves? Sound Waves are what sound travels in! They are little vibrations of air that travel through a medium or a material that it is travelling through.
What A Group Of Animals Is Called!!
On this post, you are going to learn what a group of specific animals are called (Ex. Cows is called a herd) A group of _____ is called… (Animals have
How Does Lightning Happen?
NOTE: Check out our episode about Thunderstorms!! How Does Lightning Happen? First, we have to start off with a storm cloud. Tiny pieces of ice, which are actually frozen water
Behold, The Great Water Cycle!!!
The water cycle is like an amusement park ride for water. It is why it rains and why there is water in the ocean. Evaporation: Evaporation is when water evaporates
How Does a Refrigerator Work?
How Does A Refrigerator Work? A Refrigerator is a device that keeps food inside of it cool to preserve it. Here is how a Refrigerator works. First, a fluid called
Where’d You Get That DNA??
NOTE: To learn more, check out our episode about DNA!! What is DNA? Deoxyribonucleic acid or for short DNA is what tells the cells in our body what to do and how
2020 Space Science Wrap-Up!
Since 2020 is almost over, this blog post is to honor all of the Space events that happened in 2020. Here is the list: Total Solar Eclipse could be visible
Tectonic Plates of the Earth
What are Tectonic Plates? Tectonic Plates are slabs of rock that are part of the crust, or the Earth’s outermost layer. Tectonic Plates helped form continents and mountains millions of
The Effects of Climate Change
NOTE: Check out our episode about Climate Change to learn more! What is Climate Change? Climate Change is when the Earth’s temperature changes because of the environment. The temperature is
The Internal Combustion Engine! The WHAT??
What is the Internal Combustion Engine? The Internal Combustion Engine is a real mouthful to say. The Internal Combustion Engine is a mechanism found in trucks, cars, and some trains!
Why Do Trees Go Dormant In The Winter?
NOTE: Check out our article about Plants and Trees!! Introduction Trees are living things, just like us. They are called organisms. You’ves seen that some trees lose all of their
How Do Microwaves Work?
Even though we use microwaves in our kitchens every day, it is still very fascinating once you know how these machines work. How Do Microwaves Heat Up Food? Microwaves are
The Properties of Light
Reflection Reflection is the first property of light. This is when light bounces off a surface. Did you know that every time you see something, light is reflecting off the
The Layers of the Earth
NOTE: Check out our episode about Planet Earth!! What are the layers of the Earth? Believe it or not, the Earth has layers just like an onion! Let’s start at
December 2020: The Great Space Events
December 2020’s Space Events The cosmic events will be listed below with the dates. If you get to see these events, send us pictures at spectacularsci.com/contact. December 13-14: The Geminids
The “Christmas Star”: The Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn
NOTE: This image has been zoomed in for maximum quality. What is the “Christmas Star”? The Christmas Star or the Great Conjunction is when Jupiter and Saturn get the closest in
Jupiter: The Gas Giant
NOTE: Check out this episode about Jupiter! What is Jupiter? Jupiter is the fifth planet from the Sun. It comes after the Asteroid Belt. It is a gas giant which
Viruses!!! DANGER!!!
What is a virus? A virus is infectious object that depends on living organisms’ cells to multiply. They are bad for living organisms and take over cells. What do viruses
Chemical Changes of Matter
NOTE: Check out our episode on Matter to learn more! NOTE: We have wrote about Physical Changes of Matter. Please check it out! Matter Matter is anything that takes up
Physical Changes of Matter
NOTE: Check out our episode on Matter to learn more! NOTE: We are going to write about Chemical Changes of Matter tomorrow! Matter Matter is anything that takes up space
Lunar Eclipses
What is a Lunar Eclipse? A Lunar Eclipse is when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. The Sun is shining on the Earth and the Moon is behind the
Solar Eclipses
What is a Solar Eclipse? A Solar Eclipse is a natural phenomenon when the Moon blocks part of or the full Sun when viewed from Earth. Solar Eclipses only happen
The Tale of Saturn’s Rings
All About Saturn Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun. It is a gas giant which means it is mostly made out of thick gases. Some of those gases
Stars: Twinkling Balls of Gas
What are Stars? Stars are giant balls of gas in space. The stars are very hot! They can be up to 800,000 degrees fahrenheit! Our own Sun is also a
Did Mars Once Have Water?
Mars Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It is a terrestrial planet which means it is made out of rocks and metals. It is named after the Roman
Moon Dust: Aaa…CHOO
The Moon Our moon is a natural satellite. This is a natural object that orbits or circles around a planet or star. The moon is believed to have been an
Dry Ice
What is dry ice? Dry ice is not just regular ice, it is special! Dry ice is the solid or frozen form of Carbon Dioxide. This means that the gas
It’s Raining Diamonds!!
On Uranus & Neptune, it rains… diamonds?!?!! You might think that it only rains diamonds in fairy tales or movies, but it turns out that it actually rains diamonds on
Is There Life on Venus? Maybe Not
NOTE: Check out our blog post called Cloud Aliens on Venus!!! This is an update to that post. What Did Scientists Find That Made Them Say That Life Is On
Cheetah Speed!!
What is a cheetah? A cheetah is a mammal that mostly lives in the African Savanna. It is covered in spots and has black markings under its eyes. Cheetahs are
The Wise Owls: All About the Amazing Owls!!!
Owls? What are they? Owls are nocturnal birds that live on every continent, except Antarctica. They are flying birds that eat small rodents and other small birds. Owls are carnivores,
Black Hole Image For The First Time
The radio telescope Event Horizon Telescope captured a image of a black hole!! The radio telescope (EHT) collected data about a black hole and the scientists decided that data and
Cloud Aliens on Venus!!
New Update On This Scientific Study! Read the post “Cloud Aliens on Venus? Maybe Not!” here! × Dismiss alert Believe it or not, there might be microbial life in the
Mars: More About The Big Red Planet
We are going to learn about “the big red planet” called Mars! Introduction About Mars Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It is a terrestrial planet which means
DIY Solar Climbing Vehicle STEM Activity
I got this set as a present. I was very interested in putting this set together because this project is solar powered which means it is a renewable source of