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Disasters in the Uttarakhand Himalayan region and other Himalayan States Himalayas, as a region, have always been susceptible to disaster, due to the neo-tectonic mountain-building process, like Earthquakes, landslides, floods, etc. The spread of reckless developmental activities has transformed many natural disasters into man-made events. Such calamities play a grave negative socio-economic role on the … Read more
Unveiling the Secrets of Surface Waves: A Journey Through the Realm of Ripples and Vibrations Surface waves, those mesmerizing ripples that dance across the surface of water, are more than just a pretty sight. They are a fundamental phenomenon in physics, playing a crucial role in various natural processes and technological applications. From the gentle … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Disasters are sudden and intense events which result in considerable destruction, injuries & deaths, disrupting normal life as well as the process of development. Increasing Population and various other socio-economic factors have forced people to live in vulnerable areas. Disasters are perceived to be on the … Read more
Rajasthan: Natural Hazards Types of Disasters and Disaster Risks in the State:- Types of Disasters : Disasters are broadly categorized as Natural and Man-made Natural Disasters are of several types, e.g. related to :- (i) Drought (ii) Floods (iii) Earthquake (iv) Fire (including lightening) (v) Cloudburst (vi) Landslides (vii) Hailstorms … Read more
The atmospheric disturbances which involve a closed circulation about a low pressure centre, anticlockwise in the northern Atmosphere and clockwise in the southern hemisphere are called Evaporation and Condensation: dew, frost, fog, mist and cloud, rainfall types Evaporation Evaporation is the process of which water changes from its liquid state to gaseous form. This … Read more
Natural Hazards and Natural Disasters A NATURAL HAZARD is a threat of a naturally occurring event will have a negative effect on humans. This negative effect is what we call a natural disaster. In other words when the hazardous threat actually happens and harms humans, we call the event a natural disaster. Natural … Read more
Unveiling the Mysteries of the Deep: A Journey into Oceanography The Earth, a vibrant tapestry of life and landscapes, holds within its embrace a vast and enigmatic realm â the ocean. Covering over 70% of our planet’s surface, this watery expanse is a cradle of biodiversity, a regulator of climate, and a source of countless … Read more
Weather forecast There are two ways for weather forcasting: Short-range forecasting Meteorologists can make somewhat longer-term forecasts (those for 6, 12, 24, or even 48 hours) with considerable skill because they are able to measure and predict atmospheric conditions for large areas by computer. Using models that apply their accumulated expert knowledge quickly, accurately, and … Read more
Unraveling the Earth’s Tremors: A Comprehensive Look at Types of Earthquakes The Earth, despite its seemingly solid exterior, is a dynamic and restless planet. Beneath its surface, immense forces are constantly at play, shaping the landscape and releasing energy in the form of seismic waves. These waves, often felt as tremors or violent shaking, are … Read more
The Earth’s Fury: A Look at Earthquakes and Volcanoes The Earth, our seemingly stable home, is a dynamic and restless planet. Beneath its surface, immense forces are constantly at play, shaping landscapes and unleashing powerful natural phenomena. Among these, earthquakes and volcanoes stand out as dramatic reminders of the planet’s raw power. These events, while … Read more