Flame colors span a spectrum that tells a tale as old as fire itself. Many people wonder what color is the hottest flame; more than a testament to the natural fascination with fire's beauty, this ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Chinese astronauts aboard Tiangong station witnessed a match flame transform into a blue sphere in microgravity. Unlike Earth's rising flames, this phenomenon occurs due to altered airflow and heat ...

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11, 2015 -- A chemistry demonstration commonly known as the "rainbow flame" experiment has resulted in a number of serious injuries in classrooms in recent years. The experiment is ...