lakes
Latest about lakes
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Caspian Sea: Largest inland water body
By Live Science Staff published
This 'sea' is actually a salty lake, with no outlet to the ocean.
Our Daily Planet: China's National Parks and Disappearing Lakes
By Brett Israel published
Today's Earth news headlines and links.
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Lake Overflow Causes Panama Canal Shutdown
By Live Science Staff published
When nearby lakes get too much rain, Panama Canal must be shut down
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Pyramid Lake, the Last Remnant of an Ancient Lake
By Live Science Staff published
Nevada lake is deepest remnant of ancient Lake Lahontan.
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Parting of Red Sea Jibes With Natural Laws
By Brett Israel published
The science behind the Bible story.
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2nd Deepest Lake Now Warmer Than in Past 1,500 Years
By Live Science Staff published
Lake Tanganyika warmest since AD 500.
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Frigid Antarctica Loaded with Viruses
By Rachael Rettner published
A lake in Antarctica is home to a surprising number of viruses, a new study says.
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Why Have Sex? To Fend Off Parasites
By Kayla Christina King published
New research shows one way sexual reproduction is advantageous over asexual reproduction: it protects against parasites
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