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  1. Rainbow - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · Rainbows are often portrayed as bridges between people and supernatural beings. In Norse mythology, for instance, a rainbow called the Bifrost connects Earth with Asgard, …

  2. Atmosphere - National Geographic Society

    One of the main components of Earth’s interdependent physical systems is the atmosphere. An atmosphere is made of the layers of gases surrounding a planet or other celestial body. …

  3. Island - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · An island is a body of land surrounded by water

  4. Yellowstone - National Geographic Society

    May 1, 2024 · Yellowstone National Park is the first national park created in the United States. It remains popular due to its unique volcanic features and abundant wildlife.

  5. Understanding Rivers - Education

    Nov 7, 2025 · A river is a large, natural stream of flowing water. Rivers are found on every continent and on nearly every kind of land.

  6. Westward Expansion - Education

    A significant push toward the west coast of North America began in the 1810s. It was intensified by the belief in manifest destiny, federally issued Indian removal acts, and economic promise. …

  7. Compromise of 1850 - Education

    Oct 19, 2023 · Photograph Compromise of 1850 When California asked to be admitted to the Union, the questions of whether slavery would be allowed in the new state touched off a new …

  8. Barometer - National Geographic Society

    Oct 24, 2023 · A barometer is a tool used to measure atmospheric pressure, also called barometric pressure.

  9. Isaac Newton: Who He Was, Why Apples Are Falling - Education

    Sir Isaac Newton was born especially tiny but grew into a massive intellect and still looms large, thanks to his findings on gravity, light, motion, mathematics, and more.

  10. Coral Reefs - Education

    Nov 21, 2024 · Learn the risks our world's coral reefs are facing and what they mean for our future and the future of the ocean.