The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a collection of 17 global goals set by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 for the year 2030. These 17 Goals build on the successes of the Millennium Development Goals, while including new areas such as Climate change, economic inequality, innovation, sustainable consumption, peace and Justice, among other … Read more

Blue Revolution

The Blue Revolution: A Deep Dive into the Transformation of Aquaculture The world’s population is growing, and with it, the demand for food. While traditional agriculture has long been the primary source of sustenance, the pressure on land resources is increasing. This has led to a growing focus on alternative sources of protein, with aquaculture, … Read more

Natural Resources

 Natural Resources, their sustainable management and conservation A natural resource is something that is found in nature and can be used by people. Earth’s Natural Resources include Light, air, water, Plants, animals, Soil, stone, Minerals, and fossil fuels. People need some natural resources to stay alive. They use others to make their lives … Read more

Salinity Of Oceans

–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Salinity is defined as the ratio between the weight of the dissolved materials and the weight of the sample sea water. Generally, salinity is defined as ‘the total amount of solid material in grams contained in one kilogram of sea water and is expressed as part … Read more

Impact Of Acid Rain

What is acid rain? Acid rain is a form of precipitation that is highly acidic, meaning that it has a low pH. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Anything below 7 is considered acidic, and anything above 7 is considered alkaline. The pH of normal rain is about 5.6, … Read more

Monsoon Winds

The Dance of the Monsoon Winds: A Global Phenomenon Shaping Climates and Cultures The monsoon, a seasonal shift in wind patterns, is a powerful force that shapes the lives of billions of people across the globe. From the lush landscapes of South Asia to the arid deserts of Australia, the monsoon’s influence is felt in … Read more

Distribution of Continents and Oceans

The Global Tapestry: Distribution of Continents and Oceans The Earth’s surface is a dynamic and diverse landscape, sculpted by geological forces over millions of years. This intricate tapestry is woven with vast expanses of land and water, forming the continents and oceans that define our planet. Understanding the distribution of these landmasses and water bodies … Read more

Hydrological Cycle

–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Water cycle, also called hydrologic cycle, cycle that involves the continuous circulation of water in the Earth-Atmosphere system. Of the many processes involved in the water cycle, the most important are Evaporation, Transpiration, condensation, Precipitation, and runoff. Although the total amount of water within the cycle … Read more

Water Resources : Availability

  Water is a prime natural resource, a basic human need and a precious national asset. Planning, development and management of water Resources need to be governed by national perspectives. 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 … Read more

Natural Resources

The Vital Tapestry: Understanding Natural Resources in the 21st Century The Earth, our home, is a treasure trove of resources, both renewable and non-renewable, that sustain life and drive human civilization. These natural resources, from the air we breathe to the minerals we mine, form the very foundation of our existence. Understanding their importance, distribution, … Read more

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