Table of Contents DNA exists in every living thing except some viruses. DNA is a long molecule that builds everything from the smallest fungus on the forest floor to the cells making the beating heart of a blue whale. The strangest aspect of DNA is that the DNA in the […]

Table of Contents Phytoplankton produce oxygen through photosynthesis, allowing organisms like us to breathe and survive. When the earth came into existence 4.55 billion years ago, it was hardly a planet that could host life. The atmosphere lacked oxygen and was largely made up of carbon dioxide. The temperatures weren’t

Ants make complex, fascinating decisions—how do they do this with tiny brains? Table of Contents How big are ant brains? https://youtu.be/rhbTlaWS_Iw A nervous system is what helps all animals make decisions, sense their environments, and move around. The basis of a nervous system is nerves, or nerve cells. Nerve cells

A Winogradsky column is a beautiful way to observe and learn more about bacteria all around us Table of Contents The World in Miniature Microbes are an important but often ignored part of life around us. The word microbes or micro-organisms encompasses all bacteria, viruses, and fungi. One microbe alone

The depths of the ocean are mysterious and unexplored, but we know it contains incredible things. Table of Contents Features of the Ocean Floor The deep blue ocean covers an incredible 70% of the Earth’s surface. It connects all the landmasses, is an important source of food, and it is

Fantastical traits like foot-long tongues can arise from coevolution. Darwin guessed the existence of a new species based on the traits of one species! Coevolution is fairly common in nature, though not always as odd. Table of Contents The History of the Star Orchid In London, one fateful day in

Osmosis is a biological process involving the movement of water. Salt influences osmosis, allowing it to be used in cooking. Table of Contents How does osmosis work? Living systems love equilibrium. Equilibrium is a state in which opposing forces are balanced. Think about a weighing balance. On one side is

Regeneration is a process by which wounds or even limb loss are healed rapidly and limbs are replaced. It is much more widespread among animals than people think! Animals that  regenerate are fascinating examples of healing and regrowth. Table of Contents How does regeneration work? If you’ve ever chased a