The Nitrogen Cycle

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

Principal of inheritance and variation

Principal of inheritance and variation Inheritance or Heredity is the genetic information passing for traits from parents to their offspring, either through asexual Reproduction or sexual reproduction. This is the process by which an offspring cell or organism acquires or becomes predisposed to the characteristics of its parent cell or organism. Through heredity, variations exhibited … Read more

Manures – Elements Required In Plant Growth

The Power of Manure: A Deep Dive into Essential Elements for Plant Growth Manure, a natural byproduct of animal waste, has long been recognized as a valuable resource for enriching soil and promoting plant growth. Its organic composition provides a wealth of nutrients, improving soil structure and fostering a thriving ecosystem for plants. This article … Read more

Gadgil Committee

The Gadgil Committee: A Controversial Blueprint for Western Ghats Conservation The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are a biodiversity hotspot, home to a staggering array of flora and fauna. However, this fragile ecosystem faces numerous threats, including deforestation, mining, and unsustainable development. In 2011, the Indian government appointed a committee headed by renowned … Read more

Fauna And Floral Geography

 Fauna and Flora Geography: Wild Animals, Animals, Birds, Reptiles, Mammals, Trees and Plants and others Flora is the name given to the collective plant life that grows or once grew in a certain area or during a given time period. It usually refers to the native plant life present but does include new … Read more

Grassland

Grassland Grassland, area in which the vegetation is dominated by a nearly continuous cover of Grasses. Grasslands occur in environments conducive to the Growth of this plant cover but not to that of taller Plants, particularly trees and shrubs. The factors preventing establishment of such taller, woody vegetation are varied. Grasslands are one of the … Read more

Grasses

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

Wetland Farming

Wetland Farming: A Sustainable Approach to Agriculture The world’s population is growing, and with it, the demand for food. Conventional agriculture, however, is facing increasing pressure from climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation. This has led to a growing interest in sustainable agricultural practices, including wetland farming. Wetland farming, also known as paddy rice … Read more

Biodiversity Coldspots

Biodiversity Coldspots: The Silent Crisis of Extinction The Earth’s biodiversity is a tapestry woven from millions of species, each playing a vital role in the intricate web of life. However, this tapestry is fraying at the edges, with countless species facing extinction due to human activities. While the global biodiversity crisis is a pressing concern, … Read more

Plants and mankind, characteristics of plants, structure and function of plant cells and organelles;

  Objects having characteristics of cellular organization, Growth, Reproduction, ability to sense Environment and give response are living organisms. There are some important features of living organisms: It should grow, which means its structure changes as time goes by in an advantageous manner. It should show adaptation to the environment. It should maintain some balanced … Read more