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Hidden Fungal Networks Play Crucial Climate Protection Role Why in the News ? A recent study published in the journal Science has produced the first global map of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal (AM) fungi, revealing their enormous underground networks and highlighting their critical role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation. This comprehensive environmental impact …
Read MoreEl Niño, La Niña and “Godzilla El Niño” Understanding the World’s Powerful Climate Cycle UPSC CSE | GS Paper 1: Physical Geography | GS Paper 3: Environment, Agriculture, Disaster Management How to use this article First understand the mechanism: normal Pacific conditions, trade winds, Walker Circulation, El Niño and La Niña. Revise tables for Prelims: …
Read MoreThis diagram explains the stages and significance of photosynthesis, showcasing how plants convert sunlight into food and oxygen. It is essential for UPSC aspirants to understand this core life process and its relevance to ecology and environment.
Read MoreWhy in the news? Polynyas release more heat and moisture, fueling cloud formation, trapping heat, and hindering sea ice refreezing. About Polynyas: A polynya is an area of open water surrounded by sea ice, categorised into coastal and mid-sea types. Coastal polynyas form near Antarctic and Arctic coasts due to strong winds pushing ice …
Read MoreIntroduction Oceanography is an interdisciplinary science that explores the Earth’s oceanic and marine systems. It encompasses various branches, including: Physical Oceanography: Studies ocean currents, waves, and tides. Chemical Oceanography: Focuses on the composition and properties of seawater. Biological Oceanography: Examines marine organisms and ecosystems. Geological Oceanography: Investigates the ocean floor, including its structure and processes. …
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