Does water always swirl the same way when it drains?
This question was asked by Sue from York, UK. It’s a commonly accepted idea that in the northern hemisphere (the…
If we keep burying rubbish in landfill, will the Earth get fatter?
This question was asked by Jake from Lancashire, UK. A landfill site is a place where rubbish is buried in…
Why is the sea blue when water is clear?
This question was asked by Cat from Dundee, UK. If you look at a glass of water, it’s pretty obvious…
Why do earthquakes cause the ground to shake?
This question was asked by Nikolas from Alexandroupoli, Greece. Although the surface of our planet seems to be solid, it…
How does the Moon affect the tides?
This question was asked by Hannah from Devon, UK. Most people know that ocean tides are caused by the Moon,…
What causes dark circles under the eyes?
For years cosmetics companies have sold products to prevent or conceal the dark circles many people get under their eyes….
What causes the smell after rain?
There’s a particular smell in the air after rain has fallen on dry ground, a distinctive fresh sort of scent…
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