A placenta (commonly known as the “afterbirth” or “ʻiewe” in Hawaiian) is a temporary organ which connects the mother to the fetus via the umbilical cord.
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Scientists Track Rapid Retreat of Antarctic Glacier
Scientists are warning that apparently stable glaciers in the Antarctic can “switch very rapidly” and lose large quantities of ice as a result of warmer seas.
Decoding Past Climates Through Dripstones
“Dripstones, or speleothems, are unique natural archives - like Earth’s USB sticks.
Durable Plastic Pollution Easily, Cleanly Degrades With New Catalyst
Many people are familiar with the haunting images of wildlife — including sea turtles, dolphins and seals — tangled in abandoned fishing nets.
Riding the Whims of the Wind
As Earth’s climate continues to change, a plant’s ability to adapt to its shifting environment is critical to its survival. Often, to stay alive a plant must move locations by releasing its seeds, but plants are rooted in the ground and cannot move themselves.
Are Healthy Foods Automatically Sustainable, Too?
Perceptions about sustainability and healthy food choices are closely linked, as a study at the University of Konstanz shows.
