Lightning can strike the same place more than once.

The smell of rain has a name — petrichor — and it's caused by bacteria, oils, and ozone.

A sea turtle's gender is influenced by incubation temperature.

Storm surges are often responsible for hurricane-related flooding.

Certain plants close their leaves when touched as a defense response.

Sharks have been on Earth longer than trees — sharks evolved around 450 million years ago, trees around 350 million.

The sea turtle’s streamlined shell aids in efficient swimming.

Avocados are technically berries — and they evolved to be eaten by giant ground sloths, which are now extinct.

Flash floods can occur within minutes of heavy rainfall.