Notes and Study material for Exams
Natural Ecosystem- Terrestrial- Forests, Grasslands, Deserts Aquatic- Fresh Waters, Saline Waters, Marine Waters Ecotone :- a zone of junction between two or more diverse Ecosystems. For e.g. the mangrove forests represent an ecotone between marine and terrestrial ecosystem. Characteristics of Ecotone It may be very narrow or quite wide. It has the conditions intermediate … Read more
The Tiny Titans of the Ocean: Unveiling the World of Zooplankton The vast expanse of the ocean, a seemingly endless blue, teems with life. While majestic whales and sleek sharks capture our imagination, a hidden world of microscopic creatures plays a crucial role in the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. These tiny titans, known as … Read more
The Ocean’s Bounty: Exploring the World of Seaweeds Seaweeds, those often overlooked inhabitants of the marine world, are far more than just slimy green blobs. They are a diverse and fascinating group of organisms, playing crucial roles in marine ecosystems and offering a wealth of potential benefits for humans. This article delves into the world … Read more
Grasses Grasses are a type of plant that is found in many different parts of the world. They are a very important part of the EnvironmentEnvironment, and they provide many benefits to humans and animals. Grasses are a type of monocot, which means that they have one seed leaf. They are also a type of … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> – Bottom Relief Four major divisions can easily be identified on the ocean floor: The continental shelf, the continental slope, the continental rise, the abyssal plain. Besides these, there are many associated features—ridges, hills, seamounts, guyots, trenches, canyons, sleeps, fracture zones, island arcs, atolls, coral reefs, … Read more
The Unsung Heroes of the Ocean: A Deep Dive into Seagrass Seagrass, often overlooked and underestimated, plays a vital role in the health and well-being of our oceans. These underwater meadows, composed of flowering plants adapted to live submerged in saltwater, are far more than just pretty green carpets on the seafloor. They are crucial … Read more
The Hidden World of Bladderworts: Carnivorous Plants with a Unique Catch The world of plants is often perceived as passive, relying solely on sunlight and soil for sustenance. However, nature is full of surprises, and among these surprises are carnivorous plants, a group of fascinating organisms that have evolved to supplement their diet with animal … Read more
Fresh water Ecosystems– The salt content of fresh bodies is very low, always less than 5 ppt (parts per thousand). E.g lakes, ponds, pools, springs, streams, and rivers Marine ecosystems – the water bodies containing salt concentration equal to or above that of sea water (i.e., 35 ppt or above). E.g shallow seas and … Read more
Any – body of standing water, generally large enough in area and depth, irrespective of its hydrology, ECOLOGY, and other characteristics is generally known as lake. Ageing of Lakes The nutrient enrichment of the lakes promotes the Growth of algae, aquatic Plants and various Fauna. This process is known as natural eutrophication. Similar nutrient … Read more