By K. Nepsa Last month we discussed a few lakes located in southern Arizona to explore and to enjoy for recreation. Here are a few more lakes in the area: Pena Blanca Lake:Located in the...
Category - Scintillating Science
The Science of Dead Ants
By K. Nepsa I recently read an article about a child who put a few pieces of the cereal Trix into his ant farm. He observed the...
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Interesting Science Question
By K. Nepsa What would happen if the Earth stopped rotating? According to scientists, it wouldn’t be good. At the equator, the...
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The Science of an Empty Nest
By K. Nepsa It’s that time of year again: Graduation season! Each year, a new set of parents experience the inevitable departure...
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The Science of Domestication
By K. Nepsa I was recently petting my beloved pup, when I realized that every time he looks at me it seems like it’s “love,”...
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Science of Lake Recreation – Part 1
By K. Nepsa As summer approaches, it’s natural that people will look to recreate in areas with cooler temperatures or at the very least, any place with water. Water soothes our heated skin...
Scintillating Science: Science of Desert Art – PART 2
By K. Nepsa Last month, we talked about ancient art, its possible meaning(s), as well as posed the question as to why the artistic expression appears similar each time we see one on a rock...
Scintillating Science: Science of Desert Art – PART 1
By K. Nepsa Recently, I took a hike through the desert and came across some petroglyphs. As I stood viewing the rock art before me, I couldn’t help but wonder what the meaning behind these...
Scintillating Science: Rocks are Important! Part 2
By K. Nepsa How did geologic processes affect our specific region? Lori Stiles, in an article in UA News titled, “New Guide to Geologic History of Tucson Mountains” references a book...
Scintillating Science: Rocks are Important Part 1
By K. Nepsa Understanding geologic importanceWhy is geology so important for us to understand? What is it about the Earth’s layers of rock and soil that can help us understand our past...
Scintillating Science: Footnotes of Science, Part 2
By K. Nepsa Last month, we learned a little about fun and interesting feet facts for mammals. Many of us in the community have pets that walk to the beat of their own species. But what are...