Invasive species consist of any living organism, be it insects, amphibians, plants, bacteria, or even the eggs or seeds of an organism that are not native to a particular ecosystem. They are generally brought to new areas through ocean-going ships, accidental release of aquarium or aquaculture species, and through other means. These species can have…
Composting and Its Effects on the Environment
Composting is the natural process of recycling decomposed organic material like leaves, shredded twigs, vegetable scraps, etc. so that it can be added to soil and support plant growth. But what’s so amazing about composting? Here are a few benefits that composting has on the environment and our lives! 1) Enriches Your Garden’s Soil For…
A Peep at Genetically Modified Organisms
A genetically modified organism is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. In other words; A GMO is the result of a laboratory process of taking genes from one species and inserting them into another in trying to get a desired trait or characteristic. Examples of some common organisms that…
Preparing a Survival Kit
It is said that precaution is better than cure, well, I have to agree to this. The other day, my family and I were talking about the different natural disasters that we are prone to, and we thought that we do not have a survival kit ready if any natural disaster happens. We then started…
Rules to Know When There Is an Earthquake
Compared to other natural disasters, earthquakes can happen at any time, without any notice. An earthquake is defined by a sudden, rapid shaking of the earth caused by the shifting of rock beneath the earth’s surface. It is recommended to stay alert whenever there is a risk of an earthquake. Places like California, Nevada, Alaska,…
Earthquakes – Let’s Know More About It!
As one of the most devastating disasters, earthquake is feared by everyone. An earthquake can be defined as a sudden shaking movement of the surface of the earth; it is known as a quake, temblor, or tremor. Earthquakes range in size from the ones that are weak that they cannot be felt to those violent…
Air Conditioning and Ecology: What Impact on the Environment?
Air conditioning is on the rise, but it is often questioned for its impact on our health and on the environment. Is it dangerous and should we be wary of it? Here is the answer! Pollution and Air Conditioning Air Conditioning and Greenhouse Gases An air conditioner can release refrigerants which are responsible for the…
The Story of Tigers
The largest members of the Felidae (Cat) family, Tigers are considered to be amongst the most charismatic endangered species on the planet. According to recent studies by the World Wildlife Fund, tiger numbers have fallen by about 95% and the remaining numbers now inhabit 60% of the territory they occupied only a decade ago. Of…
Are Air-Purifying Plants Effective?
Household products, cigarette smoke, paints, chipboard furniture… Many pollutants are present in the air in our homes, particularly through fumes. In addition to regular ventilation, depolluting plants can give a serious boost to remove these chemical compounds from the air in our homes. They contribute to our daily well-being, in the same way as Feng…
What is Wind?
The wind is the movement of air, and although it is invisible, we can still feel it. Wind arises from pressure differences (due to temperature fluctuations) in the earth’s atmosphere. When air from high-pressure areas moves towards low-pressure areas, wind occurs. Hence, the higher the pressure differences between the two areas, the stronger the winds….