by Mariecor Agravante | May 21, 2017 | Science
Volcanic eruptions take place when magma, which is the molten rock found underneath the earth’s surface, spews out of a fissure on the earth’s crust. When magma reaches the surface in an eruption, it is then called lava. Eruptions can be explosive or...
by Mariecor Agravante | Dec 2, 2016 | Lifestyle, Science
For most of us, Yuletide is the season when reindeer become a topic of conversation. But reindeer populations have been declining recently because of climate changes. In fact, the last three decades have seen numbers plummet by 60% due to global warming disrupting the...
by Mariecor Agravante | Nov 24, 2016 | Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Science
It’s that time of year again when holiday festivities cause tummies to pack on some extra pounds. That means cholesterol levels would be affected, too. There’s a difference between types of cholesterol – the good and the bad. To fight the good fight against bad...
by Mariecor Agravante | Aug 10, 2016 | Science
Astronomers are saying that this year’s Perseid Meteor shower shall put on a spectacular show. Peak window is expected to be on August 11th, 12th, and 13th. Rather than just the typical 80 meteors per hour, skywatchers will be treated to between 150 to 200 Perseids...
by Mariecor Agravante | Aug 8, 2016 | Lifestyle, Science
Let’s face it, modern times often means a work day that requires us at the desk for eight hours. Then it’s sometimes followed by a couch potato-like relaxation in front of the television. Unfortunately, that type of sedentary lifestyle is associated with increased...
by Mariecor Agravante | Jul 29, 2016 | Lifestyle, Science, Tech
According to the American Chemical Society’s journal, Organic Letters, a scientific team from the University of South Florida (USF) has isolated and tested an extract from Antarctic sponge. The extract, dubbed Dendrilla membranosa, yields a natural chemical product...
