Composition of the Atmosphere
3 min read
Have you wondered what the composition of the atmosphere is, under whose blanket lives propagate on the Earth? Here’s how our blanket of survival works.
Weather & Climate, page 2
Clouds, storms and seasons: what the atmosphere is doing and why, from everyday forecasts to hurricane mechanics.
Weather & Climate
Sahara Desert Climate
4 min read
Have you ever been curious about the Sahara desert climate? If you have, then this is the right article for you. Read and learn more about this fascinating phenomenon through this ScienceStruck article.
When is Hurricane Season
3 min read
Hurricanes are violent, powerful storms which carry strong winds, along with heavy rains, and can destroy anything that comes in its way. This article talks about the particular seasons in which these storms occur.
When is Hurricane Season
3 min read
Hurricanes are violent, powerful storms which carry strong winds, along with heavy rains, and can destroy anything that comes in its way. This article talks about the particular seasons in which these storms occur.
Nitrogen in the Atmosphere
3 min read
Nitrogen in the atmosphere is more abundant than life-sustaining oxygen. This gas is needed by humans, animals, and plants for manufacturing proteins and other essential building units.
Atmosphere Layers: Facts About the Atmosphere Layers
6 min read
Atmosphere layers envelope the Earth to create a sanctuary for all the organisms. This article provides facts and information about the same.
Typhoon Vs. Hurricane Vs. Tornado
4 min read
This article identifies the differences between typhoons, hurricanes, and tornadoes―the storm systems that periodically cause mayhem, all over the world. Know all about how these phenomena are created and unleashed by turbulent weather conditions.
Colors of the Rainbow in Order
5 min read
Colors of the rainbow in order comprise 7 colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. Each of these colors have their respective meanings. Let’s learn more about them...
How to Make a Wind Vane in 5 Extremely Easy Steps
5 min read
Having a tough time trying to figure out how a wind vane works? Here’s a simple article that provides you with step-by-step instructions on making a wind vane, which will help you get well-versed with its working mechanism.
Life Cycle of a Tornado
3 min read
Tornado is a geographical phenomenon that starts on the land surface and is extremely violent. Read this ScienceStruck article to find more about its life cycle.
Facts About Hurricane Rita
4 min read
Hurricane Rita was the fourth-most intense hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic, and the ninth costliest to affect the U.S. The news of Hurricane Rita less than a month after Hurricane Katrina triggered a massive evacuation in the states of Texas and Louisiana. This ScienceStruck article brings you more facts that you didn’t know about it.
Famous Hurricanes of the World
7 min read
Since decades, hurricanes have proved to be fatal for mankind. Read on the know the most destructive and famous of the lot.
Arresting Facts About Hurricane Andrew That Will Rock Your Core
4 min read
Hurricane Andrew was one of the costliest hurricanes to hit the USA. Read on to know some facts and stats about this deadly calamity.
A Quick Glance at the Causes and Effects of Thunderstorms
4 min read
A thunderstorm is also referred to as an electrical storm, due to the presence of lightning and thunder during the manifestation of the natural phenomenon. This weather variant is characterized by very contradictory nature, like the presence of heavy rain or no precipitation at all and a sequential or rotational appearance.
What Causes Monsoons
4 min read
Monsoons are influenced by the land and sea temperature differences. In this article, you will learn what causes monsoons as well as what their effects are.
A Study of the Prime Causes and Disastrous Effects of Hurricanes
4 min read
Hurricanes are one of the most powerful forces of nature that cause devastating effects on life and property. But have you ever wondered what causes hurricanes to arise? Here is some detailed information about them.
A Scientific Explanation to What Causes Day and Night
5 min read
Every morning, when the alarm clock rings, the first thing you wonder is why has the day begun so soon. You want the night to come faster, but you have to wait until the sun sets. The whole phenomena of day and night is of great importance in our everyday activity. If you wish to know what is it that causes a day to turn into night and vice versa, you will find the answer right here.
The Layers of the Earth’s Atmosphere and How They Affect Us
13 min read
The Earth is enveloped by an atmosphere that is composed of five layers, namely troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and ionosphere. Read on to know the significance of each layer of the Earth’s atmosphere.
A Layman’s Guide to Mechanical Weathering and Its Major Types
4 min read
Mechanical weathering is a part of the ‘rock cycle’, through which the Earth’s topography is constantly reshaped. If you want to know about the process, here is an article for you.
Types of Rain Gauges
2 min read
Here is an article which would throw some light upon the working and types of rain gauges.
Types of Anemometers
3 min read
If you want to know the way in which the velocity of wind is measured throughout the world, read this article, which describes anemometers and the way they work, along with their types.