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Earth science
Tides, the periodic rise and fall of sea level, are driven mainly by the gravity of the Moon and the Sun. This article covers how tides work, the differences between high and low t
Earth science
The westerlies are strong winds that blow from west to east across the Earth's mid-latitudes and have a major influence on climate and weather. This article covers how the westerli
Earth science
Earthquakes are among the most unpredictable and destructive natural disasters. Originating within the Earth, earthquakes have caused immense loss of life and property throughout h
Earth science
Typhoons are among the most powerful weather phenomena created by nature, with an impact felt across the globe. Every year, countless people directly experience their force and the
Earth science
The rainy season, which invariably arrives each summer in Korea, affects many people in various ways. It causes inconvenience in daily life and sometimes leads to major disasters.
Earth science
Global warming is one of the most important environmental issues we face today. Since industrialization, a sharp increase in greenhouse gas emissions has caused Earth's average tem
Earth science
Auroras are among the most beautiful and mysterious natural phenomena that color Earth's night sky. This light show, observed mainly in the skies near the North and South Poles, ha
