Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment
Earth has seasons because it is tilted by 23.5º. Earth’s axis is always pointed in the same direction, so it changes the orientation and angles between the Earth and the Sun, and different parts of Earth get the Sun’s direct rays throughout the year. The...Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment
“All the world is a stage… and soil is the star.” In any ecosystem, soils have 5 key roles to play. First, soil supports the growth of plants. Mainly by providing support to the roots and nutrients to the entire plant.Second, soil properties are the main factors in...Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment
This “Breath of Fresh Air” features a few photos of why we love our Public Lands. Today is Public Lands Day, and there are many unique places in Arizona to celebrate and enjoy. At the Highlands Center, trails and parking are free! Come and enjoy the manzanitas in...Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment, Wildlife
“Worms are the intestines of the Earth” – Aristotle The basic building blocks of soil are rocks, broken down over time into ever smaller pieces. But in order to be built into soil, it needs the builders. Enter the earthworm! EVERYBODY knows earthworms. Most of us...Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment
This “Breath of Fresh Air” features the moon, and how to track the phases of the moon for the monthof April. Have you ever wondered why does the moon have phases? The moon has phases as it orbits earth, causing the position we see illuminated to change fromphase to...Earth and Space, Fresh Air Moment, Geology
There are 3 main components to think about: texture, structure, and color. The grains and particles that make up soil are categorized into three groups by size: sand, silt, and clay. Sand particles are the largest and clay particles the smallest. Most soils are a...
