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An air pocket of air allows a few reptiles to inhale submerged
Some little reptiles have a newly discovered superpower. They can rebreathe breathed out air submerged. They do it by catching the air in an air pocket on their noses, another investigation shows.
By Mashud M Alfoyez 4 years ago in Earth
Do animals laugh and play?
Snickering together is a significant way for individuals to associate and bond. Furthermore, however, the reasons for chuckling can shift generally across people and gatherings, the sound of a snicker is typically unmistakable between individuals having a place with various societies.
By Mashud M Alfoyez 4 years ago in Earth
Planting Better Seeds
When talking about sustainability and preserving the natural environment, it’s often easier to repeat shocking statistics and sensational buzzwords than it is to wade through the muck of the media conversation and take actual steps towards highlighting objective truth. Much of what we see and hear is the result of differing political opinions, and which side of the fence each outlet sits. I think we can all agree that it is in our best interest to care for our natural environment – right? I don’t see any benefit any of us could reap if we disagreed here. I would also suggest that we are currently not doing the best that we could be. People are already engaging in many proactive steps towards more sustainable practices, but is this enough? A recent study, coming out of Oxford University – the most comprehensive study ever done regarding foodstuffs and the resources they consume – has concluded that cutting animal-based products from our lives is probably the single most effective thing we can do to reduce our environmental footprint (Poore & Nemecek 2018). The study spanned four years, over 100 countries, 40 food products and almost 40 000 farms around the world. It became apparent that from the milks studied, the least sustainable plant-based milk is more sustainable than the most sustainable dairy milk (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). This alone says more about the reality of our unsustainable ways than any news headline has. I should note that the man leading the study was consuming animal products at the beginning of the process and arrived at the conclusion based on the evidence. He now does not consume animal products. The big picture is this – using animals as resources is one of, if not the biggest contributing factor, to air pollution, water pollution, deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Simply by choosing to avoid animal products, we as individuals can reduce our harmful impacts on the environment more than if we were to use an electric car or stop traveling on planes (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). That is no small thing.
By DJ4 years ago in Earth
Beyond The Stars
World War II was in full swing. The Japanese were fighting so fiercely that suddenly the United States decided to use the atomic bomb for fear of defeat. Some members of the US Congress were shocked to hear this decision.
By Mohammad Arif4 years ago in Earth
Generation Green: Challenging Climate Change
Caring for our planet and tackling the negative effects of climate change has become a part of many people’s everyday lives, and we have all become more conscious of our own impact on the world. Tackling climate change is no longer simply a question on government agendas, and people of all ages from all walks of life have become more proactive in their attitudes towards the environmental crisis which is unfolding.
By Alicia Walker4 years ago in Earth
Environmental change: Can I actually fly in a net zero carbon world?
What amount of an effect on UK ways of life will the public authority's objective of net zero fossil fuel byproducts truly have?
By Ukbizzare20204 years ago in Earth
How much does roof orientation and angle matter for your solar panel production?
Many people misunderstand that they can’t install solar for their homes for various reasons, whether because of their roof material, location, shade, or size of their roofs. Many factors make a roof more or less appropriate, but while some roof characteristics make them a complete no-no for installations, other factors have a minimal effect on a solar panel savings. This article will overview two roof elements that affect the efficiency of solar panels: orientation and tilt.
By AYKA Solar4 years ago in Earth
Solar Panel Quotes Can Vary Vastly, Here’s Why
The most effective thing to do whenever you’re looking to buy your own solar energy system is to ask for a sales quote from various solar panel companies, rather than simply the one. This way, you’ll get a better understanding of what you get for your money and if you’re receiving a good value.
By AYKA Solar4 years ago in Earth
Review: Nuts for Soapberries
What Are Soapberries? Soapberries are harvested from Sapindus Mukorossi, or soapberry tree and are also called soap nuts. They are native to India and Nepal, where they thrive in the tropical climate.
By A. Grace4 years ago in Earth
Yellowstone On Fire
My name is Chad I'm a retired Wildland Firefighter, Photographer and Digital Artist. This picture is one of my digital creations and depicts Fire and and can be viewed at my website https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/chad-vidas.
By Chad Vidas4 years ago in Earth
Why Is Forest Mulch Good For Your Trees And Gardens
Mulch comprises wooden branches, leaves, twigs, grass snippets, paper, agricultural compost, dried flowers, seeds, and any other organic material that speeds up the growth of your trees and provides insulation to their roots as well. Mulch in the right quantity can also ensure that the right amount of water and nutrients reach your trees so that you can ensure their optimal growth and health.
By James Allen4 years ago in Earth
Our Future Lies in our Hands
One of the most current and perhaps the most important issues in the world we encounter is climate change and global warming as its consequence. This is even more dangerous than the Covid-19 pandemic that the entire world is trying to deal with. Unfortunately, we have fallen short of the only solution to this, which is creating awareness among people to determine a collective strategy. Due to this failure, we have to deal with disasters such as floods, fires, and droughts.
By Ece Uyguc4 years ago in Earth