Who was the Clark University physicist responsible for "A Method of Reaching Extreme Altitudes"?

Science Trivia / March 22, 2026

Robert Goddard. In 1919, Robert Goddard wrote "A Method of Reaching Extreme Altitudes" and he pioneered use of the liquid-fuel rocket in 1926.

The first transatlantic cable sent from England to the United States was received at which hotel?

Science Trivia / March 21, 2026

Bedford Springs. in 1858, President Buchanan received the first transatlantic cable in the hotel lobby.

After the Centauri system, what is the next farthest star from our sun?

Science Trivia / March 21, 2026

Barnard's Star. After the triple star system of Alpha Centauri, the next closest star to our sun is Barnard's Star, at 5.9 light years.

Orange juice is a good source of which vitamin?

Science Trivia / March 20, 2026

Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps wound-healing, blood vessels and immunities.

Which one of these is not part of the scientific method?

Science Trivia / March 20, 2026

Intelligence. Intelligence is the ability to comprehend, and to understand and benefit from experience.

Which element makes up 50% of the earth's crust?

Science Trivia / March 19, 2026

Oxygen. Oxygen is first on land, second in air, and second in water.