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Stratovolcano
A stratovolcano is a tall, conical volcano composed of one layer of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash. These volcanoes are characterized by a steep profile and periodic, explosive eruptions. ... > more -
1976 Tangshan earthquake
The Tangshan earthquake of July 28, 1976 is one of the largest earthquakes in loss of life to hit the modern world. The epicentre of the earthquake was near the industrial city of Tangshan in Hebei, ... > more -
Refrigerant
A refrigerant is a compound used in a heat cycle that undergoes a phase change from a gas to a liquid and back. The two main uses of refrigerants are refrigerators/freezers and air conditioners. Cf. ... > more -
Scientific opinion on climate change
Various prominent bodies have commented on global warming, most notably the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). National and international scientific groups have issued statements both ... > more -
Temperature record
The temperature record shows the fluctuations of the temperature of the atmosphere and the oceans through various spans of time. The most detailed information exists since 1850, when methodical ... > more
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