Climate Change

Weather Kahoots

Weather comes in many forms from rain and snow to sun and fog! Discover the many forms of weather, how they connect to storms like hurricanes and tornados, and the impact different weather has on our world.
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Science Snapshot

Take a closer look at the latest in science and technology in our lives.
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Why Do Floods Happen?

When it rains and there is too much water to be absorbed by the ground, floods can happen. Explore what floods are, why they happen, and how to stay safe during them.
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How Do We Know When It Will Rain?

Before heading out for the day, lots of people check the weather. How do we know if it will rain, be sunny, or maybe even snow? We listen to meteorologists. Explore the technologies meteorologists use to predict the weather.
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Where Does Fog Come From?

If you have ever seen a gray mist close to the ground, you've experienced fog! Explore what the natural phenomenon fog is and why it happens.
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Severe Weather

You may have experienced or heard about different forms of extreme weather like a tornado, hurricane or flood. Explore these kinds of severe weather and their effects on the biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.
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Weather vs. Climate

When you see it is raining you are observing the weather. But how does that differ from the climate? And what is climate change? Let's explore these questions about weather, climate, and the relationship between them.
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Be a Weather Watcher!

The weather has a big effect on our lives. It determines what we wear, if we need an umbrella, and even if people go to work or school. Explore different kinds of weather and how you can observe them.
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Hurricanes and Tornadoes: What's the Difference?

Discover the difference between these two powerful forces of nature, how they form, and what scientists are learning about them today.
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Teen Developed Amazing AI tool to Predict Ocean Plastic Pollution

Anna Du is a high school student from Massachusetts on a mission to beat toxic plastic pollution in the ocean. She has developed an AI system that studies current movement, temperature, and pressure to predict the location of what she calls “great...
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What Happens When There Isn't Enough Water?

We all need water survive but for many reasons people face limited access to water. Explore how different communities deal with limited water resources from drought, pollution, and when traveling to space.
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How Can I Save Water?

We all need water to survive. How can we make sure everyone has enough water to be safe and healthy? Learn about how you can protect Earth's water resources in your daily life.
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Museum of Science, Boston Awarded Grant from Alfred P. Sloan Foundation

Museum of Science, Boston, in partnership with the Consortium for Science, Policy and Outcomes at Arizona State University, has been awarded over $200,000 from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The generous grant will fund a project to better understand...
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The Importance of Fresh Water

What happens to humans and other living things when freshwater is used up? Learn about human water use and its impacts on us and the environment.
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Water Conservation and Restoration

Fresh water is a valuable resource to humans and many other animals. When it comes to conservation and restoration it is important we learn about how we can protect freshwater.