Episode
Odd Natural Phenomena Science Has Finally Explained
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- Bright Side
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- Jul 22, 2026
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- 731
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Summary
Have you heard about those odd natural phenomena like spinning ice disks and spinning fire whirls? Scientists have finally explained how they happen, and it's fascinating! Spinning ice disks form in slow-moving rivers when a chunk of ice breaks off and starts rotating, creating a perfect circle as it grinds against other ice. Spinning fire whirls pop out during intense wildfires when heat and wind create a vortex, making a swirling column of flames. It's all thanks to a mix of temperature, density differences, and a bit of complex physics—nature's pretty amazing, right? And it has more surprises for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices