(Encyclopedia) violet, common name for some members of the Violaceae, a family of chiefly perennial herbs (and sometimes shrubs, small trees, or climbers) found on all continents. Violets, including…
(Encyclopedia) geomorphology, study of the origin and evolution of the earth's landforms, both on the continents and within the ocean basins. It is concerned with the internal geologic processes of…
(Encyclopedia) primrose, common name for the genus Primula of the Primulaceae, a family of low perennial herbs with species found on all continents, most frequently in north temperate regions. Among…
Continent: Northeastern South AmericaClimate: Tropical and subtropical; some areas have an annual rainfall of more than 6 feetSchool: The school year runs from February through December. Kids…
Continent: North Africa/Middle EastClimate: Hot desert! In summer, temperatures average more than 100 degrees.School: School attendance is required for six years, generally beginning at age six or…
Continent: Western EuropeClimate: Mild winters and cool summers in much of the nation; warmer winters and hot summers along the Mediterranean coastSchool: The school day typically runs from 8:00 a…
CLIMATE ZONE CLASSIFICATIONWHAT IS A MICROCLIMATE? HAS THE EARTH’S CLIMATE CHANGED OVER TIME? WILL EARTH’S CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE FUTURE? BIOGRAPHY: LOUIS AGASSIZ Swiss, 1807–1873FIND OUT MOREEarth…
Uncovering African RootsDNA Tests, New Technology Reveal African Heritage
Photograph of slave cabin and occupants near Eufala, Alabama. (Source: Library of Congress)…
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Schematic model of the oceanic crust, showing seafloor spreading
seafloor spreading, theory of lithospheric evolution that holds that the ocean floors are spreading outward…
Continent: Southern AsiaClimate: Varies; northern areas have winter snow, while elsewhere it is generally hot. The rainy season begins in June and lasts four to seven months, depending on location.…
