When most people think of a supernova, they're thinking of a Type II core-collapse supernova. These are massive stars that have reached the end of their time on the main sequence. They've used up ...

In this video, I show what happens when a pop can explodes, capturing the surprising results in real time. From the force of the explosion to the mess it creates, this experiment reveals the physics ...

Can your water heater explode? Not to unduly alarm homeowners out there, but it’s of vital importance for you to know that your water … could explode. Sorry to alarm you, but it’s true. Your water ...

It turns out that trees can actually explode when temperatures drop. Trees can explode during extreme cold due to sap expansion when it freezes. Oak, maple, and fruit trees with high moisture are most ...