Tis the Season to learn STEM!
Tis the Season! This December, we're bursting with holiday cheer and all things STEM-tastic! As your festive treat, we’re unwrapping a bundle of holiday science just for you! This December's Winter Solstice! As the temperatures drop, we feel it's important to discuss the state of our planet! The winter solstice, which marks the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2024. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, this December solstice signifies the longest nights and the shortest days of the year. Link to Article: When is the Winter Solstice and what happens? | Space The Science Behind Rudolph's Red Nose! We’re all familiar with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, but did you know there's a scientific explanation behind reindeers who appear to have red noses? Some reindeer actually do possess a red nose! This is due to a concentration of blood vessels located just beneath the surface of their skin. Link to Article: