What did early ocean scientists use to measure the distance to the ocean floor?

Science Trivia / August 01, 2025

Weighted Ropes. Using weighted ropes to profile the ocean floor is called "sounding".

Into which ocean does the Zambezi River flow?

Science Trivia / August 01, 2025

Indian Ocean. The source of the Zambezi River is on the Central African Plateau.

In terms of weather, what is the opposite of "windward"?

Science Trivia / July 31, 2025

Leeward. The "leeside" is the side of an object is furthest away from the wind, while its "weather side" faces the wind.

In which of these would botulism more likely be found?

Science Trivia / July 31, 2025

Food. Botulism is a bacterial poisoning found in food.

What type of glaciers fill up the gaps between mountains?

Science Trivia / July 30, 2025

Valley Glaciers. Valley glaciers form at the top of the mountain and then slowly move down.

What is the mountain range that separates Spain from France?

Science Trivia / July 30, 2025

The Pyrenees. The Pyrenees run from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean Sea.