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All The Science Bubbling Beneath California’s Most Volcanic Park
At Lassen Volcanic National Park, learn all about how magma turns to mountains—then hike to the top of them.
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At Lassen Volcanic National Park, learn all about how magma turns to mountains—then hike to the top of them.
biology
This Giant Sequoia contains California history, Civil War history, and a whole lot of wonder, all within its ultra-thick bark.
female scientists
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pollution
Greenpoint's Newtown Creek was the site of one of the worst oil spills in U.S. history.
noise
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geometry
The many eruptions isn't the only reason Mount Etna is unique.
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astronauts
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mental health
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outdoor
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the secret world of games
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ants
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shaped forests
The man behind the mysterious project finally shares why.
shaped forests
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groundhog day
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food as art
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fanatics
“It’s academia that feels criminally fun!”