Earth's Seasons
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In Photos: Frozen Lakes in WinterScientists investigate icy lakes to track the growth of certain types of algae and zooplankton that thrive during the cold season, blooming under the lake's icy cover.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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Surprise! Life Thrives Under Ice-Covered LakesUnder surface ice in frozen freshwater lakes, certain forms of life are far more active than scientists suspected.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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Why Are Thousands of Snowballs Popping Up on a Siberian Beach?The best place to stock up on ammo for an epic snowball fight may be a beach in Siberia.
By Kacey Deamer Published
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7 Tips to Keep Your Pets Cool During Hot WeatherSummer heat can be dangerous for pets, but there are a number of steps that owners can take to keep their pets safe when temperatures climb.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Bartender, Beware: Squeezing Limes Can Cause 'Margarita Burn'A note to summer bartenders: Limes and sunlight don't mix.
By Sara G. Miller Published
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Why the 'Heat Dome' Will Scorch Nearly the Entire US This WeekendBy Laura Geggel Published
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It May Smell Nice, But Is Your Sunscreen Actually Protecting You?It may smell nice and go on smoothly, but does your sunscreen actually protect you from the sun?
By Sara G. Miller Published
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Why do animals hibernate?For some animals, hunkering down in a cozy den when nights are long and temperatures are low is not just a matter of temporary comfort — it's necessary for survival.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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The Heat Is On: Most of US Likely to Have a Scorching SummerIt's looking like a hot summer this year for much of the United States.
By Kacey Deamer Published
