We’re often so focused on looking out to space when it comes to the next big scientific discoveries, but how often do we think of what’s beneath our feet? The Earth’s crust, it turns out, is full of ...

These buttermilk biscuits are soft, fluffy, and rise tall with buttery layers and a lightly crisped top. Perfect as a breakfast side or served warm with gravy, jam, or honey. They come together in ...

The layer of molten rock corresponds with the upper mantle, also known as the asthenosphere. Illustration: cigdem (Shutterstock) Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are a result of the movement of ...

A project led by the University of Washington to better understand our atmosphere's complexity is a finalist for NASA's next generation of Earth-observing satellites. STRIVE seeks to better understand ...

The Earth has five oceans, right? There’s the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Southern Oceans. Even the Southern Ocean is relatively new so you may have learned that Earth only has four. But ...

There is more to Earth than what we can see on the surface. Both the exterior and interior regions of the planet are made up of many layers with various properties. These layers are formed because of ...

The rotation of the Earth's inner core may be reversing, scientists have found in a study that sheds new light on geological processes occurring deep within our planet. The results of the research, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. In elementary school science class, we learned that the Earth has ...

Scientists have discovered a new layer of partly molten rock under the Earth’s crust that might help settle a long-standing debate about how tectonic plates move. Researchers had previously identified ...

A rock described as a flaky pastry may sound delicate, but researchers at Tohoku University found that when they fold under compressive forces in just the right way, they can actually be strong. These ...