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Category: Science
Ice Bow
February 02, 2007 – Click on image for higher resolution version.
Yesterday morning, it was cold enough for us to see ice bows not long after sunrise. I was amazed by how close they appeared.
Scientist Develops Caffeinated Doughnuts
When I first heard about caffeinated doughnuts, I thought it was a joke.
LiveScience.com – Scientist: Maybe Two Snowflakes are Alike
According to Maybe Two Snowflakes are Alike, the old adage that “no two snowflakes are alike” might not hold true, at least for smaller crystals, new research suggests.
Comet McNaught Over Catalonia
Astronomy Picture of the Day has a gorgeous photo of
Comet McNaught Over Catalonia today.
How the Cavefish Lost Its Eyes
PZ Myers, of pharyngula, explains How the Cavefish Lost Its Eyes.
For the Holidays
Olduvai George, an artist who specializes in prehistoric creatures, has a great greeting card for the holidays.
Colors of noise
A Wikipedia article explains the Colors of noise. I had heard of white noise, but I am charmed to learn that there are other colors of noise as well.
Evolutionary Timeline
The Evolutionary Timeline allows you to scroll sideways in your browser to see when major groups evolved. (Via Pharyngula, a blog about science, evolution and development.)