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The Greenhouse Effect: A Vital Balance Tipping Towards Crisis The Earth’s climate is a delicate dance, a complex interplay of energy flows, atmospheric composition, and natural cycles. At the heart of this dance lies the greenhouse effect, a natural phenomenon that keeps our planet habitable. However, human activities are disrupting this delicate balance, amplifying the … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Origin of the Monsoon: Classcial Theories: Halley’s Thermal concept: Indian monsoon is because of contrast between Indian Subcontinent and adjoining Indian Ocean. Halley’s theory, suggested in 1686, considers the summer monsoon to be a regional phenomenon. Aerological concept: This was suggested by R. Scherhag in … 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
India’s Journey Towards Ozone Layer Protection: A Balancing Act of Development and Sustainability The ozone layer, a fragile shield in the Earth’s stratosphere, plays a crucial role in absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, protecting life on Earth. However, human activities, particularly the release of ozone-depleting substances (ODS), have threatened this vital layer, … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Elements of Weather and Climate: Air pressure Air temperature Atmospheric moisture Clouds PrecipitationPrecipitation Wind Waves Tides Ocean currents Climate Weather forecasting Climate Change The elements of weather and climate are the factors that determine the state of the AtmosphereAtmosphere at a particular time and place. … Read more
Pressure and wind belts Atmospheric Pressure, also called barometric pressure, force per unit area exerted by an atmospheric column (that is, the entire body of air above the specified area). Atmospheric pressure can be measured with a mercury barometer (hence the commonly used synonym barometric pressure), which indicates the height of a column of mercury … Read more
Development of non-conventional sources of energy is of prime importance for the sustainable and Energy Resources are depleting at an accelerated rate and non-conventional resources could play a leading role in Energy Security in the state. Non-Conventional energy resources could minimise the transmission cost and energy divide between the remote locations [su_heading size=”21″]Solar[/su_heading] Rajasthan … Read more
Elements OF Climate AND WEATHER Climate is decided by a region’s climate system. A climate system has few major components: the Atmosphere, the layer, the cryosphere, and the land surface. The atmosphere is that the most variable a part of the climate system. The composition and movement of gases encompassing the planet will change … Read more
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
Sources of Energy: Conventional and Nonconventional Sources – Energy is one of the most important component of economic Biomass. These substances can be burnt to produce heat energy which can be used in the generation of electricity. Thus, the energy produced from the biomass is known as biomass energy. There are three forms of biomass: … Read more