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Understanding Hurricane Formation

Introduction When Mother Nature stirs up the sea, hurricanes are born - but what exactly sparks this awe-inspiring process? This guide intends to unravel the mystery behind the formation of these formidable storms. By understanding the initial conditions that set the stage for a hurricane’s birth, we can better anticipate their impact and prepare for their arrival.

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Sky

Meet Nacreous Clouds

Nacreous clouds are a real miracle of the northern latitudes. Nacreous clouds are one of the most beautiful, unusual, and rare natural phenomena. They appear at an altitude of 15 to 27 km at abnormally low temperatures. The best time for observation is at dusk, from the moment the sun sets visibly beyond the horizon line to the moment its center plunge 6 ° below the horizon line.

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Have You Ever Seen a Double Rainbow?

Double rainbow is an incredibly beautiful natural phenomenon, but not very frequent, unfortunately. It is caused by the double reflection of sunlight in the raindrops. It is curious that in the second rainbow the colors go in the opposite order: from violet to red. Popular signs consider the double rainbow a very good sign, promising success, and good luck in everything.

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Earth

How Far Can Sand Travel?

Did you know that there is a regular sand service between Africa and America? It turns out that the sands from the Sahara desert annually “travel” across the Atlantic Ocean and settle in the USA and in the Amazon forests. Subequatorial winds carry the sand twice a year: in late spring and early autumn.

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Sky

Have You Seen Daytime Moon? 🌕

It is considered that the Moon can be observed only at night. 🌖 However, in fact, it can easily be seen in the afternoon. And by the way, this very question “why the Moon is in the sky during the day” is often asked by children who are much more observant than adults.

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Nortada: The Cool and Refreshing Wind of Portugal's Coast

The Nortada wind usually happens during the spring and summer seasons in Portugal. From May to September, this amazing wind comes along the coast to bring relief from the heat and make everything feel cooler and more comfortable. Nortada wind happens because of the difference in temperature between the land and the sea.

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