Why is it colder on mountains–when you’re closer to the sun?
This is a question that has always bothered me. Valleys, like Death Valley in California, tend to be really hot. But the tops of mountains (closer to the sun!!) are snowy and very cold.
And what about that whole thing, with “heat rising?” I know for a fact that my basement (lower) is always colder than my attic (higher). So why are mountaintops always colder than valleys, even though mountains…
Read MoreA student’s time is valuable. Some of the best years of your life can seem clogged up with schoolwork and extracurricular activities, leaving very little time for fun stuff like hanging out with your friends and family. The schoolwork is unavoidable and, for the college-minded student, so are the extracurriculars. But there are some things to keep in mind when deciding what activities to take part in.
More Isn’t Always Better
In a poll, college admissions counselors from both Drexel…
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