Articles for author: Trizzy Orozco

Dragon's Blood Tree, Socotra Island, Yemen.

10 Real Places That Look Like They’re From Another Planet

Trizzy Orozco

Have you ever wondered if Earth hides its own alien landscapes, places so bizarre and breathtaking that they seem ripped from the pages of science fiction? Imagine standing somewhere so fantastical, so otherworldly, you almost expect to see a spaceship land or a two-headed creature stroll by. From neon-colored lakes to deserts that shimmer like ...

The Atacama as a Living Laboratory

Alien or Human? The Atacama Skeleton That Baffled Scientists

Trizzy Orozco

In 2003, a tiny skeleton discovered in Chile’s Atacama Desert sparked one of the most fascinating scientific mysteries of the 21st century. The remains were unlike anything researchers had ever seen – a six-inch humanoid figure with an elongated skull, large eye sockets, and only ten ribs instead of the typical twelve. For over a ...

Ruthenium crystal

The Crystal Code: Can Minerals Store and Replicate Information Like DNA?

Trizzy Orozco

In the vast and intricate world of science, the allure of uncovering the secrets held within the earth’s crust is undeniable. Imagine a world where crystals, those shimmering wonders of nature, could store and replicate information just like DNA. This idea, while seemingly plucked from a science fiction novel, is stirring curiosity among scientists and ...

Mangrove Tree

How Mangroves Protect Coastlines and Store More Carbon Than Rainforests

Trizzy Orozco

Mangroves are nature’s unsung heroes, quietly performing vital ecological roles that many of us overlook. Nestled between land and sea, these unique ecosystems are crucial for both coastal protection and carbon storage. Unlike the towering rainforests that capture our imaginations, mangroves remain modest in their appearance yet mighty in their impact. They have evolved to ...

Impact of Climate Change on Polar Bears

Why Some Species Are Engineering Their Own Evolution to Survive Climate Change

Trizzy Orozco

As the Earth continues to warm, a silent revolution is stirring within the natural world. Species are not merely passive observers of their changing environment; they are active participants in their survival. The idea that some creatures are engineering their own evolutionary paths to adapt to climate change is both fascinating and inspiring. This phenomenon ...

Half-illuminated moon in space.

How India’s Chandrayaan Mission Is Changing Our Understanding of the Moon

Trizzy Orozco

The Chandrayaan Mission by India has captured the imagination of people worldwide, not just because it is a testament to human ingenuity, but also because it challenges our understanding of the Moon. Imagine the Moon as a giant, mysterious puzzle, with each mission adding a piece that brings us closer to seeing the bigger picture. ...