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“It is going to be challenging.”1. What is the purpose of the experiment? A.To improve humans’ living ability. B.To explore a new island in Hawaii. C.To monitor signs of volcanic activity. D.To prepare for a space mission to Mars.2. What do we know about Mauna Loa? A.It ...
The hot spot itself is stationary; but as a continental plate moves over the spot, the magma will create a string of volcanoes, which die out once they move past the hot spot. The Hawaii volcanoes were created by such a hot spot, which appears to be at least 70 million years old. ...
Hawaii According to CBS affiliateKGMB, Hawaii's officials in 1967 determined that the state didn't need to disrupt its schedules to account for changes in daylight. Hawaii's proximity to the equator means it gets enough sunlight through the day, regardless of the time of year. Fighting to en...
Thankfully, though, because of the time difference — Aulani is three hours behind the West Coast and six behind the East Coast — most American guests will adjust easily to the sunrise starts, and not be bothered by Aulani's lack of late-night activities. Make the most of your time ...
22, 2018, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Lane was a high-end Category 4 hurricane that threatened the entire island chain. Kat Wade/Getty Images Having a secure home is all well and good, but it's only one piece of the hurricane-preparation puzzle. No matter how stormproof your home, there's ...
In 1995, the French-born Iranian (who now resides in Hawaii) wrote Web code that let him put a laser pointer up for auction online. He didn't expect the item to actually sell, but when it did, Omidyar realized that the Internet auction concept might work. More than a decade later, ...
Our survival in the past depended on having overactive imaginations, which were (and still are) great at creating wild fantasies of savage beasts and hostile tribes hiding behind every rock. The simple truth is that you have to push through this phase of learning, and the easiest way to do...
Atmospheric rivers move huge amounts of water through the air above us—and dump rain and snow on land.
Buying locally produced souvenirs in Hawaii or any other place you’re visiting has the added benefit of preserving skills and local crafts.Source handicrafts from ethical cooperatives or directly from local artisans to make sure your money is going into the hands of the people who need it the ...