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  1. Earth

    Hidden Canyons

    Among Earth's unsung geological masterpieces are undersea canyons, some of which stretch hundreds of kilometers and can be deep enough to hold skyscrapers.

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  2. Materials Science

    Concrete Nation

    From ultrahigh-performance concrete that bends like metal to concrete blocks that transmit light, scientists are pushing the physical and architectural limits of this ubiquitous construction material.

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  3. Math

    Sphere Worlds

    Painting on spheres offers a novel perspective on the world.

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  4. Dynamic Earth

    Rocks and minerals are the stars of this lively, interactive online exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of Natural History. In the pages now available (with much more to come), learn about various aspects of rocks and mining.