Air pollution is a serious health issue and India stands out as the third most polluted country in the world. This country is home to 10 of the world’s most polluted cities with 132 cities that have pollution levels deemed below national standards. Air pollution is considered as the top five global risk factors affecting …
New Zealand is facing an imminent danger of a rise in sea levels putting its two largest cities at risk. There is a global sea-level rise due to the thermal expansion of the ocean. It is caused by the melting of land-based glaciers and ice sheets in Antarctica. This rise in sea levels due to …
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Our oceans absorb the carbon dioxide present in the air like a sponge. This causes chemical reactions in the water, reducing the pH levels of oceans and increasing the concentration of hydrogen ions. As a result, the seawater becomes more acidic, with reduced carbonate ions present in it. This chemical reaction is termed ocean acidification. …
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On March 18, 2022, scientists were shocked when a research station in Antarctica, known as the Concordia Research Station, recorded an astounding -11.5 degrees Celsius (or 11.3 degrees Fahrenheit) likely setting a new world record. The normal day temperature at this location is typically around -49 Celsius (or -56 Fahrenheit), but this recording showed the …
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As per the first comprehensive global status assessment for reptile species, about a fifth of the world’s reptiles are deemed to be threatened with extinction. Examples are the Galapagos tortoises, the Komodo dragon of the Indonesian islands, West Africa’s rhinoceros viper, and India’s gharial. This assessment has examined almost 10,196 reptile species including turtles, crocodiles, …
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India is currently facing major electricity shortages this year. The electricity supply of the country has fallen short due to a shortage in coal which helps fuel 70% of the power demand in India. As per the latest reports, the coal stocks in several thermal power plants have fallen below 25% of the required coal …
Every year on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day around the world to raise awareness about the environment and our commitment to making our planet better. After all, this planet belongs to us, and taking care of it is our responsibility. The first Earth Day was celebrated on March 21, 1970. It was first proposed …
By Simran Mishra Climate change is considered to be one of the greatest reasons for our planet’s extinction, affecting the biodiversity all around us. It has already started affecting the lives of many, including our health. The threats that climate change poses to our planet include, an increase in temperature, the spread of various diseases, …
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On March 2nd of 2022, world leaders, ministers, and other representatives from all around the world came together to develop a historic resolution to bring an end to plastic usage and help stop plastic pollution on our planet. At the UN Environment Assembly held in Nairobi, everyone agreed that plastic pollution has slowly turned into …
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Earth Hour is a worldwide movement organized by the World Wide Fund for nature. It is celebrated yearly on the last Saturday of March at 8:30 pm. This movement was started to raise worldwide awareness for two imminent dangers to our planet- climate change and nature loss. Our planet is our life support. As the …
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