Since prehistoric times, the legend of Mother Nature has represented the life giving and sometimes unexplainable forces of nature. Different societies have different visions of Mother Nature.
Ancient Greece
It is thought that Mother Nature can trace her birth to Ancient Greece. In Ancient Greece, Mother Nature was a mythological goddess named Demeter. Demeter [...]

What exactly is a freak of nature? Is it just a figure of speech – something that teenagers say about one another in the high school hallway or do freaks of nature really exist? The dictionary defines a freak of nature as a thing or occurrence that is unusual, irregular or abnormal.
Can a [...]

The beauty of nature includes the animals that live on this earth. However, every year the list of endangered animals seems to grow longer. Yet, the government has been able to protect some species from extinction and allow them to continue to contribute to our ecosystem.
Of course the laws of nature dictate that [...]

Science is commonly associated with logic and systematic methodology. However, there is much creativity and art in the very nature of science. This subject is one that has much to offer even in the realm of artistry.
Of course, science in its very nature is quite logical. It has very strict rules and regulations. The fundamental [...]

Environmental awareness begins with the mind. We are greatly influenced by the way we see the world around us. Our perceptions serve to build our vision of the environment. Using nature scenery as a source of inspiration is a wonderful approach to developing a new awareness of our surroundings.
Nature is inherently inspiring. Consider the [...]

Lush, manicured lawns, flowery pathways and trimmed bushes are common elements in a landscaping design. While these elements offer beauty and interest to the setting, they may also hamper their surroundings in some cases.
Many people choose to work with the environment in order to create a sustainable nature landscape. The idea of the perfect [...]

Just how much destruction can be brought about by a wild nature storm? Unfortunately, throughout the last 100 years, the United States has been able to answer that question all too many times. While most of us remember the horrors of Hurricane Katrina, recent blizzards and tornadoes, this article will focus on some [...]

Life is the nature of biology. The study of living organisms is an integral part of our understanding of the world around us. Biological studies address different aspects of the composition and function of living organisms.
Structure
Every tangible thing has structure. Understanding how something is constructed is an important aspect of the nature of biology. Those [...]

Lush, manicured lawns, flowery pathways and trimmed bushes are common elements in a landscaping design. While these elements offer beauty and interest to the setting, they may also hamper their surroundings in some cases.
Many people choose to work with the environment in order to create a sustainable nature landscape. The idea of the perfect [...]

One of the best ways to appreciate the many different aspects of nature’s beauty is through nature photography. Talented amateur and professional photographers seek to bring their subject to life for the viewer with their nature photography. This article will focus on the style of two very different photographers, Ansel Adams and Frans [...]