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The Giddiness of Time

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 319 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
🔬 Science Geology Earth Science Natural History Environmental Studies
  1. Time is deep and vast, stretching back billions of years. This history has shaped our planet and the life on it, making it so fascinating to explore.
  2. Certain rocks, like the Morton Gneiss, are incredibly old and hold stories about the Earth's early days. Touching these rocks can help us connect to that ancient time.
  3. Geological processes, like plate tectonics, have changed over the ages. Understanding when these processes began gives us insight into the Earth's past and how it has evolved.

Bad Storms, Bad Science

Natural Selections • 12 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🔬 Science Climate Science Environmental Studies Scientific Method Data Analysis Research Ethics
  1. Climate science often relies on models that may not fully prove human actions are the main cause of temperature increases. It's important to question what we assume about these models.
  2. Some media outlets present conclusions about climate change as facts, which can mislead people. They may not explore other possible reasons for climate events.
  3. True science should consider multiple explanations for observations instead of insisting on a single cause. It's essential to keep an open mind in scientific discussions.

Beyond Gay Birds: The Enchanting Worldview of Queer Ecology

As If We Were Staying • 1 implied HN point • 25 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Ecology Social justice Environmental Studies Cultural critique
  1. Queer Ecology goes beyond just finding queer behavior in animals. It challenges our views on nature and encourages us to see connections and interdependence in all living things.
  2. This field of study highlights how our understanding of ecology has often been limited by narrow cultural perspectives. By considering diverse viewpoints, we can uncover a fuller picture of our natural world.
  3. It invites us to rethink our relationship with nature, moving from a stance of fear or indifference to one of wonder and respect. We can learn so much more when we appreciate the intelligence and connections present in non-human life.

John Tyndall: The Blue Sky and the Radiant Heat of Gases

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Science Environmental Studies
  1. John Tyndall studied the Alps and became passionate about them, using his scientific knowledge to understand glaciers and mountain climate. His explorations helped open the era of Alpine climbing and tourism.
  2. Tyndall discovered why the sky looks blue by experimenting with light. He found that sunlight scatters more when it hits air particles, especially scattering blue light more than other colors.
  3. He also studied greenhouse gases and how they trap heat, which is important for keeping Earth warm. His work laid the groundwork for understanding climate change and the greenhouse effect.
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