Ecology (other)
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Think about the distinct way different books feel when you hold them. The paper used for a book has a big impact on how we read, from the crisp, clear pages of a brand-new hardcover to the soft give of a paperback. The story of paper in book production began in ancient China, where it started to take the...
Have you ever read the warning label on your bathroom cleaner? The one that says "harmful if swallowed" or "avoid contact with skin". Commercial cleaners might get the job done, but they often contain harsh chemicals that can harm our families' health and the environment. From production to disposal, these...
Transhumance is an ancient practice where livestock are moved between different grazing areas based on seasonal changes, optimizing natural resources and promoting sustainability. This practice, found in various regions around the world, offers numerous benefits, from preserving biodiversity to boosting...
Water from natural sources contains various dissolved and suspended particles that, if consumed, could pose health risks. To make it safe for drinking, this water must undergo a purification process. One of the key steps in this process is sedimentation, where harmful particles settle out, ensuring cleaner...
Regenerative farming is a sustainable production practice and philosophy which is applied to the agriculture sector. The guiding principles of regenerative agriculture exist to ensure the conservation and regeneration of ecosystems while still exploiting them to create various types of produce. Traditional...
Far from a mere convenience, clean water is the cornerstone of our existence and well-being. It makes up a staggering 60% of our bodies, playing a vital role in everything from temperature regulation and nutrient transport to lubrication and digestion. Clean water is also essential for hygiene, preventing...
Integral ecology is an emergent approach to ecological study that transcends the limitations of traditional perspectives. It does so by addressing environmental and social challenges from a holistic vision. This means approaching the study of natural systems from a perspective that considers its interconnectedness,...
Although the basic practice has been carried out for centuries, the concept of agroforestry was only formally conceptualized in the 1960s. The practice is a type of land management system whereby trees are planted near crops or land for pasture on various types of farm. There are many purposes for this...
Towering over the world, Mount Everest beckons adventurers with its awe-inspiring heights. Yet, beneath the majesty lies a growing problem: climber waste pollution. Every year, hundreds of individuals attempt to conquer the peak, leaving behind a trail of discarded tents, oxygen canisters, food packaging,...
Cross ventilation is a term widely used in architecture and structural engineering. It is especially important when devising air conditioning systems for various buildings, including residential homes. There are different methods of ventilating a home which are largely dependent on the methods of wind...
The differences between organic and natural foods are not just related to marketing. As many people want to eat healthily, many commercial food companies want to give the impression their food is good for our health. They do so with green packaging, bucolic scenes of cornucopias or even the terminology...
Autecology and synecology are two of the approaches which can be taken to understand the larger discipline of ecology as a whole. Ecology is the study of communities of organisms, the ecosystems they inhabit and the relationships between species of organisms in a given environment. It is a very broad...
Thermal insulation is a method of reducing heat transfer and energy loss in buildings. This reduction in energy loss is facilitated by different materials which have insulating properties, although this is not the only property they need to be effective in construction of various buildings. Some examples...
Air, the life-sustaining substance that surrounds us, is often taken for granted. We breathe it in without much thought, unaware of its profound significance for all living beings. While oxygen is the most recognized component of air, there are numerous other gases and compounds within it that play crucial...
Although you may not have heard of them before, sandwich panels are types of construction material that have been around in since at least the 1940s. Their popularity and use has increased exponentially since then, now being one of the most used materials for buildings and other construction projects....