Exploring the Natural World

Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals and take millions of years to replenish.

The honey fungus, also known as Armillaria ostoyae, is a type of fungus that can spread over hundreds of acres and live for thousands of years.

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce oxygen and energy in the form of glucose.

Dolphins use echolocation to navigate and find prey by emitting high-frequency sounds and listening for the echoes that bounce back.

Weathering is the process by which rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by the action of wind, water, ice, and other natural forces.

Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Felis catus is the scientific name for the common house cat.

Solar energy is a renewable energy source that harnesses the power of the sun to generate electricity.

Transpiration is the process by which plants lose water vapor through their leaves, helping to regulate their temperature and transport nutrients.

Oak trees are a type of deciduous tree, meaning they lose their leaves seasonally.

Loxodonta africana is the scientific name for the African elephant.

The Venus flytrap is a type of carnivorous plant that traps and digests insects using specialized leaves.

Cellular respiration is the process by which animals obtain energy from food by breaking down glucose in the presence of oxygen.

Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, are non-renewable energy sources that are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals.

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants take in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use it to produce glucose and oxygen.