Category: Environment

Where is the world’s tallest waterfall?

Image source: Pixabay Discover why you might struggle to visit the tallest waterfall on Earth With their staggering power and awe-inspiring beauty, waterfalls are one of the most popular natural wonders to visit on...

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Earth’s water cycle: Why does it rain?

Rain is defined as liquid precipitation. It is formed high above the ground in clouds by water vapour coming together into large droplets that become too heavy for the air to support. Gatherings of condensed...

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Why do camels have humps?

Many people believe that camels use their humps as big water storage tanks to ensure that they have plenty to drink during their longs treks across the desert. However, this isn’t the case. Their...

5 things you should know about the ocean

You have, almost certainly, eaten from it, admired its inhabitants, dived beneath it or sailed upon it. With today marking World Oceans Day, it’s a good time to appreciate the earth’s life support system...