United Nations System
On June 26, 1945 fifty-one; nations representing 80% of the world’s population approved and signed a charter for the establishment of a world body of nations – the United Nations Organisation (UNO); at San Francisco.
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Darwin Day
Darwin published his book “On the Origin of Species” on 24 November 1859. The aim of Darwin Day inspires to fulfil the academic curiosities. It demands to search the truth in scientific ways.
Fossil fuel combustion and effect on ecosystem and human health
Fossil fuels- coal, petroleum and natural gas, are sources of energy and lots of useful substances. They have been and still they are the back bones of the economic developments and the basis of the modern civilization.
Conservation and Management of Forest
A forest is a highly complex and constantly changing environment. It is made up of a variety of living things like wildlife, trees, shrubs, wildflowers, ferns, mosses, lichens, fungi and microscopic soil organisms; and non-living things such as water, nutrients, rocks, sunlight and air. Trees are the biggest part of this complex community.
Breathing In and Breathing Out …
The bio-mechanical process of exchange of gases between an individual and his atmosphere is called as breathing.
Technological Development
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry, is called as technology.
Positive and Negative Interdependence among Organisms in Ecosystems
Interdependence between two species through which individuals of either one or both species benefit is called positive interdependence. The benefits to the individual of any species through this relationship may be continuous or transitory, obligate or facultative. Both partners in this type of relationship may be in close contact; one may be inside some specific area or attached to the surface of the other’s body. Positive interdependence is divided into three major types: mutualism, Commensalism, and proto-cooperation.
Natural Resources and Their Types
Natural resources constitute both living and non-living resources. Non-living resources are renewable and non-renewable.
Mahua and Its Importance
Mahaua or the Madhuca longifolia is indigenous to India. It is a good sized tree and it grows up to 20 meters in height.
Overpopulation in India
A group of individuals of a particular species occupying a particular area at specific time is called as population.
Underlying Causes of Loss of Biodiversity
Varieties of Biological Resources are in international demand today. To meet this international demand, illegal smuggling of these resources is done through illegal routes. Some species of plants and animals have been threatened, rare, endangered or critically endangered due to such practices. Several valuable species of plants and animals have become extinct due to these activities. The international trade in animal body parts is increasing rather rapidly due to their high prices in the international markets. Where possible, the trade of whole animals is also in full swing.
