Meet the dwarf planets in our solar system. Learn the dwarf planet definition and get a list of bodies that qualify. Dwarf Planets in Our Solar System This entry was posted on January 31, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on July 30, 2023)
Learn what a mineral is in geology and other sciences. Get the mineral definition and examples and learn about mineral properties and types. What Is a Mineral? Definition and Examples This entry was posted on January 29, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on February 5, 2023)
Learn what a mixture is in chemistry. Get the mixture definition and examples and learn about homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures. What Is a Mixture in Chemistry? Definition and Examples This entry was posted on January 28, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on February 6, 2023)
Learn about intermolecular forces between molecules. Get a list of forces, examples, and find out which is strongest. Intermolecular Forces in Chemistry This entry was posted on January 25, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on January 30, 2023)
Get the species definition and examples in biology. Learn why defining a species is difficult and important. Species Definition and Examples in Biology This entry was posted on January 24, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on January 30, 2023)
Get the reducing agent definition and examples in chemistry. Learn about the relationship between reducing agents and oxidizing agents. Reducing Agent (Reductant) Definition and Examples This entry was posted on January 22, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on November 7, 2023)
Get facts about the Kuiper belt, including what it is, how far out it extends, and what bodies (Kuiper belt objects or KBOs) it contains. Kuiper Belt – Objects, Location, Facts This entry was posted on January 21, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on June 27, 2023)
Learn what temperature is in science. Get the temperature definition, units, and examples and see how it differs from heat. What Is Temperature? Definition in Science This entry was posted on January 18, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on January 22, 2023)
Learn what a salt is in chemistry. Get the salt definition and examples and learn about the properties of these compounds. What Is a Salt in Chemistry? Definition and Examples This entry was posted on January 15, 2023 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on January 22, 2023)