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Wilson A. Bentley - The Snowman.
As Europe freezes in subzero temperatures, picturesque snow scenes fill news web sites. But photographing an individual snowflake is a difficult process.
A Very Snowy Start to 2010
A look at how the first week of the new year and decade will be imprinted on our memories as the coldest in years, and the chaos it has caused.
Greenhouse Gases: Man-made, Natural or Both?
Various 'greenhouse gases' are produced naturally by man, animals and plants and are necessary to protect the planet from the sun's powerful radiation.
The Difference Between Weather and Climate
Both weather and climate comprise similar factors, but weather is local and variable, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns of a region.
Exaggerating Won't Change Climate
Evidence that the planet is going through a significant period of climate change and global warming is clear cut. Politicians do not need to embelish the the truth.
Wind Chill Explained
Wind chill values are given with winter weather forecasts to inform of potential dangers from cold temperatures. Understanding wind chill is a key part of winter safety.
2010 Atlantic Hurricane Season Predictions
The hurricane season forecast from Colorado State University's Tropical Meteorology Project predicts above-average activity in the Atlantic for 2010 beginning June 1st.
Poll Shows Worldwide Fear Over Climate Change
A recent BBC/GlobeScan poll of 24,071 people in 23 countries shows that climate fears are on the rise - with 64% saying that climate change is a "very serious problem."
The Maldives Aims For Carbon Neutral by 2020
The Maldives works with a clean energy technology team to minimize carbon footprint, but tourism is a primary industry and carbon neutral travel is difficult to achieve.
Persimmon Seeds Predict Winter Weather
Folklore says the forthcoming winter weather can be predicted by the fruit of the persimmon tree.
How the World Will Look If the Ice Caps Melt
Now more than ever people are curious about how rising ocean levels will affect our cities. If or when the polar ice caps melt, what will be waterfront property?
How to Choose the Best Home Weather Station
Home weather stations provide information about conditions outside the house and can even predict the weather. This article looks at their features and limitations.
Disappearing Ice Fields of Kilimanjaro
The ice fields of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania may disappear in the next 20 years according to a study by Ohio State University.
Largest Producers of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Different measures of global greenhouse gas emissions have China as either a major carbon polluter or a minor emitter of CO2. The U.S. is a major polluter in all methods.
The Venice Flood Barrier
After much argument and controversy, the biggest public works project in Italian history is under way, but is it too little, too late?

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