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Water Resources in India India accounts for about 2.45 per cent of world’s surface area, 4 per cent of the world’s Water Resources and about 16 per cent of world’s Population. The total water available from Precipitation in the country in a year is about 4,000 cubic km. The availability from surface water and … Read more
The Nitrogen Cycle: A Vital Dance of Life and Death The nitrogen cycle is a fundamental process that sustains life on Earth. It describes the continuous movement of nitrogen, a crucial element for all living organisms, through various reservoirs in the environment. This intricate dance of transformation involves a complex interplay of physical, chemical, and … Read more
Agro-climatic zones of Madhya Pradesh There are 11 agro-climatic zones in Madhya Pradesh. Malwa Plateau: Indore, Dhar, (Dhar, Badnawar, Sardarpur tehsils) Shajapur, Mandsour, Nimuch, Ratlam, Ujjain, Dewas Rajgarh districts and Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district. Vindhyan Plateau: Bhopal, Vidisha, Sehore (Sehore, Ashta, Ichhawar, Narsullaganj tehsils) Raisen (Raisen, Gairatganj, Begamganj, Silwani, Goharganj, Udaipura tehsils), Damoh, Guna … Read more
The Vital Dance of Water: Exploring Rainfall and its Diverse Forms Rainfall, the lifeblood of our planet, is a complex and fascinating phenomenon that shapes landscapes, sustains ecosystems, and influences human civilization. This article delves into the intricacies of rainfall, exploring its diverse forms, the processes that drive its formation, and its profound impact on … Read more
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Interior of the earth- composition and physical conditions Core, mantle, and crust are divisions based on composition. The crust makes up less than 1 percent of Earth by mass, consisting of oceanic crust and continental crust is often more felsic rock. The mantle is hot and represents about 68 percent of Earth’s … Read more
Development of Railway:- The romance of train travel in India is legendary, but the task of constructing the railways in the first place was daunting. There were huge problems in dealing with such a vast and inhospitable country. The idea of introducing railways to India had been mooted as early as the 1830s. … Read more
The Shifting Sands of Time: A Journey Through the Continental Drift Theory The Earth, a seemingly static and unchanging sphere, harbors a dynamic and ever-evolving history. Beneath the surface, tectonic plates dance and collide, shaping the continents and oceans we see today. This dance, known as plate tectonics, is a relatively recent discovery, built upon … Read more
The Chinook: A River, a People, and a Legacy The word “Chinook” evokes a range of images: a powerful salmon species, a Native American tribe, a warm wind, and even a type of footwear. This multifaceted term reflects the diverse and enduring impact of the Chinook people and their namesake river on the Pacific Northwest. … Read more
Important Straits of the World: A Gateway to Global Trade and Geopolitical Significance Straits, narrow waterways connecting two larger bodies of water, have played a pivotal role in shaping human history and global trade. They serve as vital passageways for ships, facilitating the movement of goods, people, and ideas across continents. Their strategic location often … Read more