Natural phenomena have scientific explanations from "summary" of Storm in a Teacup by Helen Czerski
Natural phenomena are the everyday occurrences that we often take for granted. From rainbows to thunderstorms, these events can seem mysterious and magical at first glance. However, the beauty of science lies in its ability to unravel the mysteries behind these natural phenomena. By applying the principles of physics, chemistry, and biology, scientists are able to explain the underlying mechanisms that govern the world around us. Take, for example, the formation of a rainbow. When sunlight passes through raindrops in the atmosphere, it is refracted and dispersed into its constituent colors. This phenomenon, known as dispersion, is a resu...
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