Daily Archives: June 19, 2010

Rainiest Places

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Rashid Faridi

Cherrapunji, India Cherrapunji receives an annual rainfall of 1,270 cms. Here it rains so much for two reasons – Elevation: because of the elevation, air that blows over the plains below is cooled as it rises to the higher elevation. … Continue reading →

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Scientists Find New Method for Curving ‘Airy’ Light Beams

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Rashid Faridi

We all learned in science class that light beams travel in straight lines and spread through a process known as diffraction — and they can’t go around corners. But now researchers at Tel Aviv University are investigating new applications for … Continue reading →