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geopark

(Encyclopedia) geopark, area identified by UNESCO as encompassing one or more sites of geological as well as archaeological, ecological, or cultural importance. The Global Network of National…

coral reefs

(Encyclopedia) coral reefs, limestone formations produced by living organisms, found in shallow, tropical marine waters. In most reefs, the predominant organisms are stony corals, colonial cnidarians…

frog

(Encyclopedia) frog, common name for an amphibian of the order Anura. Frogs are found all over the world, except in Antarctica. They require moisture and usually live in quiet freshwater or in the…

Rudolph William Giuliani

Candidate for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination by Liz Olson Rudolph Giuliani Related Links Rudy Giuliani’s campaign website September 11…

DK Science: Examining Footprints

Measuring trackwaysIndicators of behaviourCalculating dimensionsComparing the stance of animalsRunning and walking speedsIt has been said that the footprints of a dinosaur can tell us more about…

DK Science: Energy Sources

ENERGY FROM THE SUNINSIDE A NUCLEAR POWER STATIONRENEWABLE ENERGYGEOTHERMAL ENERGYFIND OUT MOREEverything we do takes energy, which we get from many different sources. Most of the energy on Earth…

DK Earth: Rain

WHY DOES IT RAIN? DO SOME PARTS OF THE WORLD RECEIVE MORE RAIN THAN OTHERS? THE WATER CYCLECLOUDSSNOWHAILFIND OUT MOREEarth is unusual among the planets in our Solar System in having an atmosphere…

Facts and Figures About Twisters

Facts and Figures About Twisters Although tornadoes can happen at any time of year, they are especially common during the spring and early summer. May and June are the peak months in terms of…

Body Beat

Here are a few good tips on how to care for your body with natural, effective, and inexpensive remedies.Cold feet? Sprinkle a pinch of ground cayenne pepper into your socks. It will warm your feet…