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These microscopic organisms significantly contribute to the storage of carbon in the Southern Ocean.
Copepods, krill, and salps are examples of zooplankton that are contributing significantly to the storage of carbon in the Southern Ocean despite their small size.
By Francis Dami6 months ago in History
Numerous observations suggest that killer whales are attempting to form bonds with humans.
In an intriguing new study, researchers found that wild killer whales made 34 attempts to feed on humans. These uncommon cases occurred over 20 years and four oceans. Some took place from the shore, some in open water, and still others close to vessels.
By Francis Dami6 months ago in Petlife
Ancient avocados found in a cave could save the world's crop.
There is just one type of avocado that feeds the world's appetite: the creamy Hass. Production has been streamlined into a multibillion-dollar enterprise due to this genetic similarity. However, uniform orchards can suddenly collapse when confronted with a new pest, virus, or heat wave; thus, it also invites calamity.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in History
To cope with climate change, ancient societies employed a variety of tactics.
The contemporary age was not the beginning of climate change. Africa's prehistoric past shows that people are already battling climatic instability and are adapting through a variety of coping mechanisms.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Earth
Kids' and teens' mental health issues are lessened by exercise.
A lot of kids and teens are having mental health issues. The prevalence of anxiety and sadness is on the rise. Parents are seeking assistance, but not everyone responds well to conventional therapies. Exercise is currently being investigated as a useful strategy to enhance kids' mental health.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Families
There are numerous unexpected and long-lasting health advantages of soaking in hot water.
Few things are more welcoming than the dry embrace of a sauna or the warmth of a hot tub after a long day or a strenuous workout. However, aside from relaxing, which heat therapy is most beneficial to your body?
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Longevity
How do your cells decide which bodily parts to construct? Innovative new technology is assisting us in learning
In just a few days, a single fertilised egg can produce blood, brain, and skin cells. However, how do the earliest cells decide which bodily components to construct? How come certain cells know how to make kidneys while others start making skin right away?
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Futurism
Researchers believe they have identified two important microorganisms that cause multiple sclerosis.
Researchers have been searching the gut for bacteria in the microbiome that cause multiple sclerosis (MS) for decades. Two types of bacteria that hide in the small intestine are now clearly implicated by new evidence from a rare twin study.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Longevity
One hundred million years ago, squids ruled the primordial waters.
We frequently envision enormous reptiles and shelled ammonites ruling the seas when we think of the ancient oceans. For many years, palaeontologists thought these animals had little competition and dominated the Mesozoic Era.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in History
During Earth's previous global warming episodes, little marine animals have invariably become extinct.
Fusulines, which are shells tiny than a grain of sand, are some of the greatest pages in the extensive, detailed records of climate change kept by Earth's oceans.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Earth
