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The shapes and colors that you see in an aerial fireworks display do not happen by chance. They are deliberately produced by clever people who apply principles of art, chemistry, physics and math.

Every year, thousands of people all around the world participate in Earth Science Week events and contests. You can view photos of these activities at the Earth Science Week Photo Gallery. If you have participated in an activity in the past or plan one for this year you can submit a photo for possible use in the gallery.

The National Park Service, an Earth Science Week Partner, has an interactive “Web Ranger” program that helps people of all ages learn about the National Parks. Learn about Earth science in the National Parks at their website.

Earth Science Week and the International Year of Planet Earth are sponsoring a photo contest for photographers worldwide. The theme is: “Exploring Earth Science Around the World”. Entrants are encouraged to submit photos that show people engaged in Earth science exploration in the natural environment of their part of the world.

A new Geoscience Currents posted by the American Geological Institute reports that the number of students enrolled in geoscience programs at the undergraduate level rose 8% during the 2008-2009 academic year.

What depth does magma formation occur in a subduction zone? Conventional understanding says 100 km but new research reveals that it can be as little as 60 km or as deep as 170 km.

A new addition has been made to the periodic table: element 112. The super-heavy element was discovered by German scientists over ten years ago. (Ununbium is a temporary name given to this element by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.)

A vote has been made to change the geologic time scale. If the changes are approved, the Quaternary period and Pleistocene epoch will be accepted as beginning 2.6 million years ago.

NSF and other organizations have released a report on earth science literacy importance. The report is entitled: Earth Science Literacy Principles: The Big Ideas and Supporting Concepts of Earth Science.

The NOAA has predicted that 2009 may witness another El Nino. That assessment is published here. What exactly are El Nino and La Nina? This FAQ answers many common questions.

You can view the Earth Science Week newsletter for May 2009 and previous months online at the EarthSciWeek.org website. It has lots of information about Earth Science Week activities, ideas and resources.

The World Science Festival is coming to New York City from June 10-14. The website has features on over 30 scheduled events and information on how to get tickets.

Is space travel at warp speeds really possible? NASA’s Glenn Research Center aims to find out. This page has links to many articles which deal with commonly asked questions about creating a warp drive, traveling faster than the speed of light, and more.

Some of the fancy technologies featured in the Star Trek movie are already being developed in the 21st century, while others defy today’s scientific logic. This photo slideshow discusses some of these futuristic devices and concepts, such as teleportation, tricorders, a deflector shield, phasers, the holodeck, tractor beams, cloaking devices, and warp drive.

The U.S. Department of Energy, a new Earth Science Week partner, provides learning opportunities for teachers and students at all levels. For example, the DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy website offers over 350 K-12 lesson plans. For activities aligned with national science standards and covering topics from energy basics to biofuels, visit their website.

AGI is sponsoring three national contests for Earth Science Week 2009. The photography, visual arts, and essay contests allow both students and the general public to participate in the celebration, learn about Earth science, and compete for prizes.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has a website with some cool online features. Check out Rex the Dino Detective, and help him solve virtual mysteries involving rocks, minerals, and fossils.

NASA is encouraging high school students to apply for their upcoming project, called Inspire: Interdisciplinary National Science Program Incorporating Research Experience. Chosen students can participate in special online programs, and possibly other activities at NASA facilities.

The April theme at the Year of Science website is Energy Resources. A variety of information and links to resources are posted on their website.

The National Center for Atmospheric Research has a website where you can access a variety of real-time weather data. This site can be a good source of information for research and student activities.