A Layman’s Guide to How a Sling Psychrometer Works
6 min read
A sling psychrometer is a simple instrument that can be used to measure the humidity in the air. Here, we shall find out how a sling psychrometer works.
Weather & Climate
Clouds, storms and seasons: what the atmosphere is doing and why, from everyday forecasts to hurricane mechanics.
Everyone checks the forecast; this shelf explains where it comes from. Weather is the atmosphere doing physics in public, and once you can read the signs, a cloud type or a pressure drop stops being trivia and starts being information.
The guides cover the sky's whole repertoire: cloud types from cumulus to the rare lenticular saucers, storms from garden-variety thunderheads to hurricanes and tornadoes, and the seasonal machinery of monsoons, fronts and jet streams. The instrument articles explain how anemometers, barometers and rain gauges actually measure what they measure, and the climate entries keep the long view honest.
Browse the featured guides above for the storm references, or the full list for a specific cloud, instrument or phenomenon. If you arrived mid-storm, the safety lines in each article follow the published guidance of weather authorities, stated plainly.
Weather & Climate
Sleet and Hail - What is the Difference?
4 min read
Hail, being larger in size than sleet or ice pellets, is formed by the accumulation of layers of freezing water in the clouds. Sleet, however, is formed due to temperature difference in the atmosphere. Know more about these two forms of precipitation through this ScienceStruck article which gives a comparison between sleet and hail.
Illuminating Facts About Mammatus Clouds That You Never Knew
3 min read
Many tend to believe that mammatus clouds or the beautiful pouch-like patterns occurring in the sky give rise to tornadoes. However, this is not true. ScienceStruck provides some information and facts about this distinct cloud formation.
Valuable Information About Altocumulus Clouds That’s Worth a Read
11 min read
Altocumulus clouds are middle-level clouds that form at a height of around 6,500 to 20,000 feet above the sea level. There are several species and varieties of altocumulus clouds.
Essential Facts About Global Winds You Really Didn’t Know Before
6 min read
Wind is very crucial to the Earth’s environment and the variations in climatic conditions. Global wind patterns have a lot more to them than just the direction of their flow. Here is an interesting fact sheet about the global winds brought to you by ScienceStruck.
A Brief Look at the Causes and Effects of Temperature Inversion
6 min read
The dynamics of the Earth’s atmosphere is a blessing to all of us. Part of this dynamism includes the process of temperature inversion. ScienceStruck informs you about the causes and effects of this process.
The Real Difference Between Wall Clouds and Shelf Clouds
4 min read
Though both walls clouds and shelf clouds are associated with thunderstorms, they are quite different from each other. ScienceStruck helps you with some information about them and enlists the differences between the two.
Real-life Examples of Weathering
6 min read
Rocks are disintegrated by various natural processes. This disintegration can also be referred to as the decomposition of rocks. Chemical, physical, and biological weathering are some of the types of these processes. For better understanding, this ScienceStruck article enlists various real-life examples of weathering.
Unbelievably Fantastic Facts About Roll Clouds
3 min read
Roll clouds, a type of arcus clouds, have a tumbling appearance when observed in the sky. We provide some information about this unusual weather phenomenon.
Rare Information About Altostratus Clouds You’ll Want to See
3 min read
It is a well-known fact that altostratus clouds are mid-level clouds. But how do these clouds look and what are the other characteristic facts about them? This piece from ScienceStruck will not only make you aware about the many facts related to altostratus clouds, but will also provide you with some beautiful images of its varieties.
Facts about Cumulonimbus Clouds (with Pictures)
4 min read
Clouds come in different shapes and sizes. Did you know that there are clouds in the shape of an anvil? Strange and unusual, isn’t it? Those are cumulonimbus clouds for you! This ScienceStruck article takes you through some facts, description, and formation of cumulonimbus clouds.
History and Working Principle of the Anemometer
3 min read
An anemometer is a device that measures the speed of wind. Its design and working principle is fairly simple and hasn’t changed much ever since 1846. This ScienceStruck post provides a brief history of the device along with its working principle.
Easy Explanation of an Occluded Front With Diagram
3 min read
This article brings to you the characteristics of an occluded front. Such a type of weather front is formed when a warm front and a cold front come in contact with one another.
4 Warning Signs of an Approaching Hurricane You Really Must Know
4 min read
The aftermath of a hurricane leaves behind a trail of damage and disrupted infrastructure. The path of these beasts of nature is difficult to predict, yet scientists are constantly studying them to find ways and signs to predict their formation. ScienceStruck will provide you with details about the early signs of an incoming hurricane, and the warning symbols used for it.
What is a Storm Surge and How is it Formed?
10 min read
A storm surge is a destructive weather phenomenon that forms near sea coasts by hurricanes or cyclones. In this article, we shall learn what is a storm surge and how does it form. We’ll also look at what safety tips one can take to minimize the damage caused by these surges.
Different Types of Storms That Will Blow Your Mind
10 min read
A storm is a common natural phenomenon. When there is a newsflash about a storm approaching, it is important to know which type it is, since the precautions to be taken will differ accordingly. As such, ScienceStruck enlightens you about the different types of storms that occur.
A Detailed List of All Weather Symbols and Their Exact Meanings
8 min read
The different symbols on your smartphone’s weather app have specific meanings. You must be updated with all the information about the various types of weather signs, along with their meanings and illustrations.
Captivating Facts About Lenticular Clouds That’ll Blow You Away
5 min read
Lenticular clouds are saucer-shaped clouds that are often witnessed over mountains and mountain ranges.
When Hurricanes Strike
4 min read
You may have never seen a tornado in your life, yet when it comes to the spiritual level regardless of our maturity, the tornadoes and hurricanes will eventually come our way. What are we to do then?
Types of Ozone Generators
3 min read
Ozone generators are of various types and each one of these produces ozone in a distinct way. Ultraviolet generators, cold plasma generators and corona discharge generators are the main types of ozone generators available to us. So, let us know more about these types in this article.
What Causes Mechanical Weathering
4 min read
Mechanical weathering is a process where big rocks are broken down to smaller fragments due to physical forces acting on them. Read more about what causes mechanical weathering by going through the following article.
Causes of Hurricane Katrina
4 min read
A critical evaluation of the prominent causes of Hurricane Katrina intended to put forth the details as to how this tropical depression festered into a full-fledged Category 5 Hurricane, and caused such wide-scale destruction in the United States.
Exosphere Facts
3 min read
A compilation of some interesting facts about the exosphere intended to shed light on this layer of the Earth’s atmosphere, which is sometimes - though incorrectly, considered a part of the outer space. Continue reading....
Cyclone Vs. Tornado
4 min read
If the terms like cyclone, hurricane, typhoon, tornado, and twister tend to leave you confused, here is some information on cyclone (aka hurricane or typhoon) vs tornado (aka twister), with reference to how they differ from each other, which will help you get rid of all this confusion.
Types of Rainbows
6 min read
A beautiful streak of colors paints the sky after a fresh shower of rain. It’s the rainbow, and its sure gets us mesmerized. Did you know that there are different types of rainbows? Well, we have some interesting facts about them in the article below. Read on...
Effects of Tornadoes
4 min read
Our knowledge of the effects of tornadoes is most often restricted to the depiction of this disastrous force of nature in popular culture. The fact however, is that there is a lot more to know about them beyond this pop-culture depiction. Read on....
Little-Known Scientific Facts About the Stratosphere
4 min read
The stratosphere is one of the five layers of the Earth’s atmosphere, and contains the ozone layer. Acquaint yourself with some facts about this layer of the atmosphere and its function in our planet.
How Do Rainbows Form
3 min read
Everyone loves rainbows. But how do rainbows form? Have we ever tried to find out? Let’s do it then.
Relative Humidity
2 min read
One of the most important factors which affects the weather in a location is its relative humidity. The concept is elucidated in detail, in the following lines.
Orographic Effect
3 min read
Not many people are familiar with the impact of orographic uplift on climatic conditions; knowing what orographic effect is all about will perhaps help in understanding the same.
When is Daylight Saving Time in 2018
4 min read
Though confusing, understanding the concept of Daylight Saving Time change is quite important if you reside in some region, wherein it is followed, or if you are planning a visit there.
Hurricane Categories
4 min read
Do the news reports on hurricane categories always leave you puzzled? These categories can serve you well, by helping you to equip yourself for the coming natural disaster.
Facts About Hurricanes
3 min read
Hurricanes are infamous for their destructive history. Even today, it is almost impossible to tame them. This ScienceStruck article tell us more.
Electron Cloud Theory Explained
3 min read
What exactly is an electron cloud? Why are atomic orbitals shown to be diffused shapes extending in space? Read to find the answers.
Making a Tornado: Interesting Science Fair Ideas for 5th Graders
5 min read
Science fair is a great opportunity for children to open their minds to the miracles of science. This ScienceStruck post has some great science project ideas for 5th graders. Check them out.
Read This to Be Informed About the Barometer Units
4 min read
If you are looking for information on barometer units, you have landed on the right page. Here you will find a list of new as well as old units, along with a conversion table.
Cumulus Clouds Information
3 min read
Through this ScienceStruck article, we intend to provide some information on cumulus clouds to make you familiar with this cloud type.
These Facts About the Cumulus Clouds are Freaking Awesome
4 min read
Beyond their fluffy appearance, there is a lot more to know about cumulus clouds -- the most popular clouds of the lot. Given below is a compilation of some fascinating facts about these clouds, intended to shed some light on them.
Layers of the Atmosphere in Order
3 min read
Every single layer of the Earth’s atmosphere plays a crucial role in supporting life on the planet. The article will provide more information on each of these layers and their significance for us.
Nimbus Clouds: Facts That’ll Make You Sit Up and Take Notice
4 min read
Have you ever wondered what are nimbus clouds? Well scroll down and get all the information on this cloud type, that you are looking for.