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Arts, Paintings and Handicrafts

Arts Art is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of human activities and creations. It can be defined as the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power. Art has … Read more

DESERT ECOSYSTEM

  Deserts are formed in regions with less than 25 cm of annual rainfall, .or sometimes in hot regions where there is more rainfall, but unevenly distributed in the annual cycle. Lack’ of rain in the mid latitude is often due to stable high pressure zones; deserts in temperate regions often lie in “rain shadows”, … Read more

Soil Components

The Building Blocks of Life: A Deep Dive into Soil Components Soil, the often-overlooked foundation of our planet, is far more than just dirt. It’s a complex and dynamic ecosystem, teeming with life and playing a crucial role in supporting plant growth, regulating water cycles, and filtering pollutants. Understanding the intricate composition of soil, its … Read more

Soil Structure

The Foundation of Life: Understanding Soil Structure Soil, the thin layer of material covering the Earth’s surface, is often taken for granted. Yet, it is the foundation upon which all terrestrial life depends. Beyond simply being dirt, soil is a complex and dynamic ecosystem, with its structure playing a crucial role in supporting plant growth, … Read more

Guidelines for Sustainable Sand & Minor Mineral Mining

Guidelines for Sustainable Sand & Minor Mineral Mining: A Path Towards Responsible Resource Extraction The world’s insatiable appetite for construction materials, driven by rapid urbanization and infrastructure development, has placed immense pressure on natural resources, particularly sand and minor minerals. Unsustainable mining practices have led to severe environmental degradation, social conflicts, and economic instability. Recognizing … Read more

Mineral Resources of India:Non Metalic

Limestone M.P, Chattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan Dolomite Orissa (Birmitrapur in Sundergarh District-largest in India), M.P & Chattisgarh Phosphate Rajasthan (Udaipur) Uttaranchal (Dehradun), M.P. (Jhabua), U.P. (Lalitpur) Kaolin Kerala is largest producer. Mica Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand (Kodarma-Large) & Rajasthan Gypsum Rajasthan & J & K. Steatite Rajasthan. It is also called soapstone/ Potstone. Magnesite Tamil Nadu … Read more

Playas

Playas: Ephemeral Landscapes of the Arid West The arid landscapes of the western United States are often characterized by stark beauty and a sense of vastness. Among the most intriguing features of these regions are playas, ephemeral lakes that appear only after periods of heavy rainfall. These unique ecosystems, also known as dry lakes, alkali … Read more

Soil Types

Soil is defined as upper layer of the earth composed of loose surface material. It is a mixture of many substances including endless variety of Minerals, remnants of Plants and animals, water and air. It is the end product of continuing interaction between the parent material, local Climate, plant and animal organisms and elevation of … Read more

Natural Resources of India

  What are natural Resources ? Natural Resources are useful raw materials that we get from the Earth. They occur naturally, which means that humans cannot make natural resources. Instead, we use and modify natural resources in ways that are beneficial to us. The materials used in human-made objects are natural resources. Some examples of natural … Read more