What is a carefully-built set of ideas that has been tested again and again?

Science Trivia / January 02, 2026

Theory. Scientists use the term "theory" as an explanation of reality that has been thoroughly tested.

What submersible helped to discover the wreckage of the Titanic in 1986?

Science Trivia / January 01, 2026

Alvin. The 16-ton Alvin is owned by the United States Navy.

Which of these tools can help you find your way if you are lost?

Science Trivia / January 01, 2026

Compass. A compass finds direction and is also used to draw circles.

What is another name for green beryl?

Science Trivia / December 31, 2025

Emerald. The emerald and the ruby are only separated by the copper in the emerald and the chromium in the ruby.

What word is the definition of 100,000 BTUs?

Science Trivia / December 31, 2025

Therm. A "therm" is a non-SI unit often used by gas companies.

Who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize in Physics?

Science Trivia / December 30, 2025

Maria Sklodowska-Curie. With a Nobel Prize for Physics in 1903 and one for Chemistry in 1911, Marie Curie was the first Laureate honored in two different sciences.