Michigan Technological University: Phlogiston Theory

This website grew out of a field trip to Isle Royale, an island in Lake Superior, to study its geology. This page explains the concept of paleomagnetism, evidence that can be found around Lake Superior, and some magnetic anomalies that...

Definitions and descriptions of a variety of seismic waves such as S, P, Love, and Rayleigh waves, as well as diagrams and speeds.

Overview of Mendeleyev's life and how his peers were at first skeptical when he formulated his periodic table.

A biography of English experimentalist, William Crookes, who invented the radiometer.

A biography of J.J. Thomson's life and accomplishments.

An overview of scientist Henry Cavendish's accomplishments. Discusses his achievements, primarily his work with quantitative measurements.

Here you'll find a map of all the active volcanoes by region. Links to additional information are also provided.

A detailed examination of "what is known about the Big Bang itself, the age of the universe, and the synthesis of the first atoms."

Volcanology is meant to provide scientific and educational information that can lead to hazard mitigation. This website aims to provide information about volcanoes to the public and to complement other informational sites on the web....

This site provides a brief biography of Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac (1778-1850 CE), noted for his contributions in physical and inorganic chemistry.