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March 2023 compared to March months from 1922 to 2022

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Why Does Fog Appear?

Fog is not just a simple weather phenomenon, it’s a scientific masterpiece. From the scientific point of view, fog is the accumulation of water in the air and the further formation of little condensation products of water vapor. Moreover, the lower the temperature, the more ice crystals are there in the fog instead of water drops.

How Moon Affects Ebb and Flow of Tide

The moon plays a significant role in the ebb and flow of the tides. As the moon orbits around the Earth, it exerts a gravitational force on the planet. This force creates a tidal bulge on the side of the Earth facing the moon, as well as a second bulge on the opposite side of the Earth.

UNESCO-listed Glaciers at Risk of Disappearing by Mid-century

Some of the glaciers on the UNESCO World Heritage List may disappear by mid-century due to global warming and other factors such as pollution and human activity. One of the most well-known glaciers on the UNESCO World Heritage List that is under threat of disappearing is the Patagonian glacier in Chile.

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February 2023 Compared to February Months from 1922 to 2022

World's Oceans Are Warming at Alarming Rate

World’s oceans are warming at an alarming rate, with temperatures rising at a rate of 0.13 degrees Fahrenheit (0.07 degrees Celsius) per decade since the 1970s. This warming is primarily caused by the burning of fossil fuels, which releases large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat from the sun, causing the Earth’s temperature to rise.

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Warm January in Europe

On January 1st, 2023, Europe experienced a record-breaking high temperature, with some countries reaching temperatures that were significantly above the average for this time of year. This extreme weather event was likely influenced by climate change, as rising global temperatures have led to more frequent and intense heatwaves in many parts of the world.

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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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Coldest Place on Earth

In 2018, record cold temperature was registered at -98.6 °C. This happened in the eastern part of the Queen Maud Land in Antarctica. Several cracks from 2 to 4 meters deep are located there accumulating icy air. If you breathe at this temperature it may easily provoke rather serious burns.